Sr Staff, Supply chain specialist (AI2547)

SiMa.ai, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private equity eligibility

Employee benefits package

Job summary

SiMa.ai, Inc. in San Jose, CA seeks a Sr Staff, Supply Chain Specialist to manage day-to-day supply chain operations, order fulfillment, supplier coordination, and ERP transactions in a full-time on-site role.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Sales, Finance to align supply chain activities, resolves issues, and maintains accurate records to support overall business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in supply chain operations, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as Fishbowl, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint or equivalent productivity tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Review sales order reports daily to identify new orders and process them for fulfillment.
• Establish ship commitments and ensure orders are fulfilled within the committed timelines.
• Execute all required transactions within the ERP system workflow, from order acknowledgment through fulfillment.
• Manage supply chain exceptions and expedite orders as needed to prevent production or fulfillment disruptions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to confirm lead times, resolve delivery issues, and manage purchase orders.
• Work with Engineering, Sales, Finance, and cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Monitor order status and identify potential risks or delays.
• Maintain accurate supply chain records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field

Tools

Fishbowl

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Sr Staff, Supply Chain Specialist

Job Location: San Jose, CA (This position requires a full-time, on-site presence in our San Jose, CA office)

Job ID: AI2547

Job Description

We are looking for a Sr Staff, Supply Chain Specialist to manage day-to-day supply chain operations, order fulfillment, supplier coordination, and ERP transactions. This role will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure timely fulfillment, resolve supply chain issues, and support overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Review sales order reports daily to identify new orders and process them for fulfillment.
• Establish ship commitments and ensure orders are fulfilled within the committed timelines.
• Execute all required transactions within the ERP system workflow, from order acknowledgment through fulfillment.
• Manage supply chain exceptions and expedite orders as needed to prevent production or fulfillment disruptions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to confirm lead times, resolve delivery issues, and manage purchase orders.
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with broader business objectives.
• Monitor order status and proactively identify potential risks or delays.
• Maintain accurate and timely supply chain records and documentation.

Required Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in supply chain operations, preferably within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems such as Fishbowl, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint or equivalent productivity tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, trusting relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to negotiate deliverables and timelines with vendors while maintaining positive, long-term supplier relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to urgent issues.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and clear-headed during unexpected disruptions or conflicts.
• Flexibility to work across different time zones and business hours as needed to support global business partners.

Personal Attributes

• Can-do attitude with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively across functions.
• Curious, creative, and resourceful problem solver.
• Execution- and results-oriented.
• Self-driven and proactive.
• Thinks strategically and takes a broader business perspective.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly accountable with a strong commitment to delivering results.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $132,090 - $211,310. The actual annual salary offered will depend on several factors, including - among others - job-related skills, experience, technical expertise, qualifications, work location, and business needs. The annual salary range for this position is subject to change and may be adjusted in the future.

In addition to base salary, this role is also eligible for private company equity, and a comprehensive package of employee benefits. Please note that the salary ranges listed for U.S. roles reflect base salary only and do not include equity or other forms of compensation.

EEO Employer: SiMa is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.