Supply Chain Associate

Shoptalk; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Machines is seeking a detail‑oriented Supply Chain Associate in Boston to support day‑to‑day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, and supplier coordination. You will process orders, track deliveries, and maintain accurate records across systems, collaborating with engineering, production, and finance to resolve material issues.

The role emphasizes accurate data, proactive communication with suppliers, and timely shipment tracking, contributing to efficient supply chain

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and collaboration with internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, and supplier coordination activities.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, request quotes, and compare pricing, lead times and availability.
• Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgments, delivery dates, backorders and overdue materials.
• Maintain accurate supplier, part, pricing, inventory, and purchasing records in the company's systems.
• Track open purchase orders and communicate shortages, delays, and schedule risks.
• Coordinate with Logistics Operations to track inbound/outbound shipments and status.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, finance and other teams to resolve material issues.
• Support inventory replenishment, supplier performance tracking, and cost-control efforts.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

MS Excel

ERP systems

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Sea Machines is a fast-growing startup that is leading the new high-tech sector of autonomous technology for marine vessels. We are passionate about applying practical A.I. to the massive global ocean transportation market. Our products provide ships and workboats the intelligence to work remotely and give maritime operators the tools to effectively communicate with them. Based in Boston and operating globally, the company is crewed by an experienced team of mariners, engineers, coders, and autonomy scientists.

Sea Machiners get the unique opportunity to work in a very dynamic domain (the ocean world), serve and visit people and places around the planet, and solve challenges not seen in most other robotics sectors.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Supply Chain Associate to support day to day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, shipping, and supplier coordination activities. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, obtaining supplier quotes, tracking both inbound and outbound deliveries, maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating inbound shipments, updating supply chain systems, and communicating material shortages or schedule risks. This position works closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed and supply chain activities are completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, and supplier coordination activities.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, request supplier quotes, and compare pricing, lead times, and availability.
• Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgments, delivery dates, backorders, and overdue materials.
• Maintain accurate supplier, part, pricing, inventory, and purchasing records in the company's systems.
• Track open purchase orders and communicate material shortages, supplier delays, and schedule risks.
• Work closely with Logistics Operations to help track inbound and outbound shipments and communicate shipment status to internal teams.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, finance, and other internal teams to confirm material requirements and resolve purchasing or inventory discrepancies.
• Support inventory replenishment, supplier performance tracking, purchasing reports, cost-control efforts, and supply chain improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field preferred.
• One to three years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related role.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using an ERP, MRP, purchasing, or inventory management system is preferred.