Robotics NPI Supply Chain Program Manager

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Dynamics is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain execution for new product introductions and major program changes across our robotics platforms. You will coordinate with Engineering, Product Management, GSMs and suppliers to ensure on-time, on-budget launches built for scalable manufacturing.

The role requires a strong background in hardware development, NPI sourcing, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration, with Lean/Six Sigma practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain program management focused on new product development.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with high complexity, low-to-medium volume, or customized electromechanical/robotics platforms.
• Demonstrated success in manufacturing, hardware, or complex electromechanical engineering environments.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or modern project management methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end supply chain readiness and NPI sourcing execution for key robotics programs from early development through production scale.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Quality, and Operations to align supply chain capabilities with program milestones and product architecture.
• Coordinate early supplier engagement, component selection, contract execution, and supplier readiness with Global Supply Managers.
• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate supply chain risks—including lead time delays, technical readiness, capacity bottlenecks, and geopolitical factors—before they impact program schedules.
• Partner with GSMs and PCM teams to manage BOM cost targets, review cost estimation models, and track total cost of ownership across program lifecycles.
• Participate in engineering design reviews to provide guidance on supplier capabilities, component availability, manufacturability, and cost constraints.
• Build, standardize, and refine NPI sourcing playbooks, program tracking templates, and milestone readiness frameworks across the supply chain org.

Skills

NPI sourcing

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Supply chain readiness

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business)

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

Project management tools

Job description

Boston Dynamics is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain execution for new product introductions and major program changes across our robotics platforms. You will coordinate with Engineering, Product Management, GSMs and suppliers to ensure on-time, on-budget launches built for scalable manufacturing.

The role requires a strong background in hardware development, NPI sourcing, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration, with Lean/Six Sigma practices.