Supply Chain Manager

Automata; Newton (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid sick leave

Time off for dependents

Volunteering days off

Therapy access through Spill

Job summary

A leading tech company in Newton, MA seeks a Supply Chain Manager to support project costing and manage supplier relationships. This role requires 5-8 years in procurement, including 2 years in a managerial capacity. Responsibilities include overseeing demand planning and ensuring quality delivery of products. The position offers competitive healthcare, a retirement plan, and a supportive work environment focused on personal growth. The role is hybrid, with 3 days onsite.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years in procurement.
• 2 years managerial experience.
• Hands-on manager, willing to problem-solve.
• Material management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support project costing and commercial proposals for US deals.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality.
• Lead supplier sourcing, quoting, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments.
• Drive cost-optimization initiatives and value-engineering opportunities.
• Align procurement activities with project milestones.
• Oversee ERP accuracy and data management.
• Lead demand planning for ongoing operations.
• Provide coaching, training, and development for team members.
• Maintain accurate supply chain reporting for leadership.

Skills

Procurement experience

Managerial experience

Material management expertise

Problem-solving skills

Job description

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This range is provided by Automata. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr – $130,000.00/yr

Level: M4

Salary band: $120,000–$130,000

Bonus: 8% performance-based, discretionary

Location: Hybrid role – 3 days onsite in Newton, MA

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Responsibilities

• Support project costing and commercial proposals for US deals.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, on‑time delivery, and cost optimization across Automata products and 3rd‑party instrumentation.
• Lead supplier sourcing, quoting, onboarding, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Customer Experience, Pre‑Sales, Engineering, and Finance.
• Drive cost‑optimization initiatives and value‑engineering opportunities.
• Align procurement activities with project milestones and manufacturing timelines.
• Oversee ERP accuracy and data management.
• Lead demand planning for ongoing operations and project delivery.
• Provide coaching, training, and development for supply chain team members.
• Maintain accurate supply chain reporting for leadership, including month‑end requirements.
• Travel up to 10%, including international travel.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years in procurement.
• 2 years managerial experience.
• Hands‑on manager, willing to problem‑solve.
• Material management expertise.

Nice to Have

• Experience within Biotech and Pharma.
• Working within a start‑up or scale‑up business.
• CIPS Qualified.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Worked to ISO9001 standards.

Benefits

US team benefits:

• Competitive healthcare for you and your family.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Invest in your own well‑being, personal growth, and hobbies.
• Paid sick leave: 10 days.
• Time off for dependents, 'Me days', birthdays, and volunteering days off.
• Planting a tree for every employee on their birthday, every year.
• Access the therapy for you and your family through Spill.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status is strictly prohibited.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Supply Chain

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