Sourcing Manager, Robotics

Sources & Supplier Management

Own sourcing strategy for mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, and off-the-shelf components used in inspection robots.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for critical components including motors, gearboxes, sensors, PCBs, batteries, enclosures, and custom machined parts.
Negotiate pricing, lead times, tooling, MOQs, and long-term supply agreements.
Manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and scalability.

Contract Manufacturer Development

Select, develop, and manage contract manufacturers for prototype, pilot, and volume production.
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure DFM/DFA readiness.
Support production ramp, capacity planning, and supply chain risk mitigation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with hardware engineering during design phases to influence component selection and cost targets.
Partner with operations, manufacturing, quality, and finance teams to align sourcing decisions with business goals.
Support NPI builds, ECOs, and transition from prototype to production.

Cost, Risk, and Supply Chain Strategy

Drive cost reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations, alternate sourcing, and design optimization.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies and long lead-time components.
Develop long-term sourcing roadmaps aligned with product and volume forecasts.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or procurement for hardware products
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related technical field
• Hands-on experience sourcing components for electromechanical or robotic systems
• Proven experience selecting and managing contract manufacturers
• Strong understanding of NPI, prototype builds, and production ramp
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams

Preferred Experience

• In robotics, automation, automotive, aerospace, or industrial equipment
• Familiarity with PCBAs, motors, sensors, batteries, and precision mechanical components
• Experience supporting production in North America and Asia
• Background in supply chain risk management for early-stage or scaling hardware companies

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection, and more.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $160,000.00 to $170,000.00 (Applicable to California).