Senior US Supplier Development Lead - Robotics

VisionNav Robotics USA INC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VisionNav Robotics USA INC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a mid to senior Supplier Development Specialist to own the U.S. supplier network and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from supplier identification through PPAP and ramp-up.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Logistics and global procurement to optimize costs, ensure supply continuity and support U.S. operations growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• At least 3+ years of in-house manufacturing procurement, supplier development, or supplier quality (SQE) experience.
• Proficient in ERP/PLM systems and Microsoft Office Software.
• Hands-on experience in U.S. domestic logistics and international trade, including 3PL, FTL/LTL transportation, customs clearance, Incoterms 2020, HTS classification, and rules of origin.
• Highly proactive and resourceful, with a demonstrated ability to identify and develop supplier leads independently rather than relying solely on assigned sourcing tasks.
• Proven end-to-end supplier development experience, from sourcing and qualification through PPAP, award, and ramp-up.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the U.S. supplier base, including market screening, RFI/RFQ, supplier qualification, on-site audits, sample/PPAP validation, supplier award, and production ramp-up.
• Build competitive and resilient sourcing strategies through cost modeling, price negotiation, localization, and dual source/backup supplier development for critical materials.
• Manage U.S. domestic logistics, including 3PL/carrier selection, FTL/LTL transportation, inbound tracking, freight claims, customs coordination, and warehouse/distribution support.
• Support localized procurement of customer-designated materials, including local sourcing, alternative supplier evaluation, PO and delivery coordination, compliance documentation, and engineering changes.
• Lead procurement support during U.S. plant launch and ramp-up, including material readiness, emergency sourcing, supplier issue resolution, and cross-functional coordination to ensure supply continuity.

Skills

End-to-end supplier development

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/PLM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

VisionNav Robotics USA INC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a mid to senior Supplier Development Specialist to own the U.S. supplier network and manage the full sourcing lifecycle from supplier identification through PPAP and ramp-up.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Logistics and global procurement to optimize costs, ensure supply continuity and support U.S. operations growth.