Robotics Supply Chain Lead — NPI & Sourcing

Rhoda AI; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhoda AI in Mountain View, CA is seeking a highly capable SCM professional to lead sourcing and procurement in a fast-paced startup environment. You will source, evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing, and manage POs to ensure timely delivery of materials for complex robotics initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in sourcing/procurement, strong vendor management and data analysis skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities while building scalable processes that reduce cost and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing/procurement experience, startup context preferred.
• Strong execution under pressure with clear communication.
• Able to build structures and processes while delivering.
• Excellent vendor management, negotiation, and procurement skills.
• Experience with supply chain management and inventory control.
• Proficient in data analysis, reporting and procurement software.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily actions to clear shortages, expedite with suppliers, and protect integration timeline
• Reduce total cost, lead time, and risk.
• Follow POs through delivery and payment
• Track On time delivery and reporting records
• Negotiate supplier terms and conditions

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Communication

Project prioritization

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

Rhoda AI in Mountain View, CA is seeking a highly capable SCM professional to lead sourcing and procurement in a fast-paced startup environment. You will source, evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing, and manage POs to ensure timely delivery of materials for complex robotics initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in sourcing/procurement, strong vendor management and data analysis skills, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities while building scalable processes that reduce cost and