Senior Staff NPI Sourcing Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

Boston Dynamics is seeking an NPI Sourcing Specialist to bridge R&D and mass production, managing sourcing for electronics, semiconductors, and mechanical assemblies. You’ll collaborate with engineering to select capable suppliers and influence cost through early-stage should-cost analyses.

Responsibilities include managing POs, tracking deliveries, and reporting supplier performance. A strong background in ERP systems, dashboards, and multi-project prioritization is essential; the role

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience (R&D environment preferred).
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems and MS/Google Suite tools; dashboards a plus.
• Relevant industrial experience in Consumer Electronics, semiconductors, or Automotive (with autonomous driving).
• PMI/ISM/APICS certifications weight favorably.

Responsibilities

• Strategic supplier identification and vetting for advanced components and assemblies.
• Should-cost modeling to drive early stage cost-out initiatives and negotiate TCO.
• Manage NPI material availability with Operations Program Manager.
• Place and track purchase requisitions and POs; follow up on open orders.
• Maintain procurement metrics and update systems with delivery timelines.
• Analyze procurement and inventory data to inform strategies and improve efficiency.

Skills

5+ years experience

Strong communication

ERP proficiency

Data visualization

Industry experience

Project management

APICS/ISM knowledge

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Sourcing/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Role Overview

As an NPI Sourcing Specialist, you are the bridge between R&D and the mass production supply chain. You will play a critical role in bringing next-generation Humanoid robot to life by managing the sourcing lifecycle for complex Electronics, semiconductor components and mechanical assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Supplier Identification: Partner with Engineering during the early phase in the development to identify and vet suppliers capable of meeting cutting-edge technical requirements for semiconductors (ICs, SoCs), sensors, and PCBA components.

• Cost Management (Should-Cost Modeling): Drive early stage cost-out initiatives. You won’t just look at a quote; you’ll analyze silicon wafers, packaging costs, and assembly labor to negotiate the best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

• NPI Material Availability – In collaboration with OPM (Operations Program Manager) Monitor and manage R&D daily material inventory levels to ensure stock availability aligns with production and demand needs.

• Purchase Requisitions – Place and track purchase requisitions/and POs once issued, based on NPI phase build planning, program schedules, and inventory requirements. Proactively follow up with suppliers on open orders, past due items to ensure timely deliveries.

• Material Fulfilment Metrics – Maintain visibility and report out relevant metrics into open purchase orders, update internal systems, and ensure accurate delivery timelines are communicated.

• Data Analysis & Reporting – Analyze procurement and inventory metrics (turnover, accuracy, supplier performance) and prepare daily reports to inform procurement strategies and improve supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years of procurement, supply chain, or supplier management experience (R&D environment preferred)

• Strong organizational and communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset

• Proficiency in ERP or procurement systems and Microsoft/Google Suite tools,

• Dashboard and data visualization development is a plus

• Relevant industrial experience is preferred, Consumer Electronics, semiconductor, or Automotive industry (with Autonomous driving system)

• PMP or other project management certification is a plus

• APICS, ISM certifications will be weighted favorably

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

We offer a friendly and growth minded workplace that encourages work-life balance while chasing ambitious goals. Our highly collaborative atmosphere has its roots in academia mixed with an entrepreneurial mindset that creates a vibrant culture.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.

Boston Dynamics will never ask you to divulge your personal financial or account information as part of its recruiting process.

The base pay range for this position is between $116,479.18 to 145,598.98 USD annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and an annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment.