Supply: Ensure supplier’s capacity and supply continuously meets internal demand. This includes ongoing supplier reviews on their capacity, production, quality, shipping status to ensure that their supply meets the issued forecasts, along with managing internal alignment on latest supply availability.
Procurement: Manage POs and invoicing. This includes closing any issues or changes in supplier onboarding, part numbers, cost, incoterms, quantity, PO internal approvals, and order receipts.
Contracts and documentations: Negotiate all necessary contracts including MSA, SOWs, and others. Support documentation needs on tariffs, regulatory, and certifications compliance.
Component strategy: Lead cross functional alignment on component strategy, including strategies on driving cost, multi-sourcing, vertical integration, in-house vs out-source analysis, latest market technology and trends, roadmaps, etc.
Who You Are
5+ years of experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement for hardware or manufacturing environments
2+ years of optical, camera, or other sensor related experience.
Experience sourcing electromechanical or industrial components and supporting products from prototype through mass production
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and DFM principles
Proven ability to run RFQs, build should-cost models, and drive cost reductions through negotiation
Experience managing supplier capacity, quality, and ramp during NPI and production scaling
Working knowledge of global supply chains, incoterms, tariffs, and logistics
Strong cross-functional collaboration and program management skills
Highly organized, data-driven, and comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and ERP systems (NetSuite a plus)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
401(k) retirement plan through Empower
Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!
Who We Are
At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact HR@path-robotics.com. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.
Regulatory and Compliance Requirements
This position may support work performed under U.S. Government contracts and requires compliance with applicable federal regulations, including FAR and DFARS where applicable.
The role may involve access to export-controlled information subject to ITAR and/or EAR.
Candidates must be able to comply with U.S. export control regulations, which may include meeting the definition of a “U.S. Person” where required.
This position may also involve handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and requires adherence to company and federal data protection and confidentiality standards. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check consistent with applicable requirements
