Global Supply Chain Manager

Mind Robotics Supply Chain ManagerMind Robotics is building Physical AI for real-world industrial deployment, starting with the factory floor. We believe the hardest problems in AI are solved when researchers and engineers are hands-on with the physical world every day - and we're looking for people who are passionate about robotics, value ownership, and are excited to tackle difficult problems. Join us if you want to move beyond digital intelligence and put intelligence into motion.About the RoleWe're building robots for industrial deployment that push the limits of what hardware can do and we need someone who's done this before in the trenches, not just observed it from a distance. You'll be part of building our supply chain from scratch, working shoulder-to-shoulder with our engineering team, and moving at a fast pace. If you've thrived in that environment before - and you're hungry to do it again - this role is for you. ResponsibilitiesIdentify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for motors (BLDC, stepper, servo), custom PCBs/PCBAs, injection-molded parts, CNC-machined components, cameras, connectors, and cable assembliesOwn the full procurement cycle — issue quotes, negotiate piece pricing and tooling costs, and execute NDAs, supply agreements, and purchase ordersBuild and maintain should-cost models across key commodities to drive cost reduction through competitive bidding, DFM feedback, and supplier consolidationSource components and work closely with machine shops, CMs, and CEMs to ensure parts are manufactured and shipped to spec and on timeDevelop and manage the supply chain readiness plan to move from low-volume prototype builds (10s of units) to initial production runs (100s–1,000s of units)Track supplier lead times, tooling timelines, and open items across all commodities using program management toolsManage ongoing supplier performance — partnerships, business reviews, dispute resolution, and corrective action plansCoordinate inbound logistics from domestic and international suppliers, managing inventory levels to balance carrying cost against schedule riskIdentify single-source dependencies, long-lead-time components, and geopolitical risks; develop mitigation strategies including dual-sourcing and alternate qualification plansWork hand-in-hand with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and industrial design teams — providing sourcing input on component selection, alternate parts, and make-vs-buy decisions early enough to actually influence outcomesQualificationsYou've built supply chain at a startup before. You know what it means to operate without a playbook, move fast, and own outcomes end-to-end — not just manage a process someone else designedDeep sourcing intuition — you understand supplier economics, manufacturing processes, and what drives cost at the component level5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or sourcing within hardware-intensive industries such as robotics, industrial automation, consumer electronics, aerospace, or automotiveDirect experience sourcing across multiple commodity categories — electromechanical components (motors, actuators), PCBs/PCBAs, injection-molded parts, machined metals, cameras/sensors, or connectorsFamiliarity with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die-casting, MIM, CNC machining, and SMT assemblyStrong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving competitive pricing and favorable terms with both domestic and international suppliersExperience managing the transition from prototype/NPI builds to volume production, including tooling qualification and first-article inspection processesAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical specifications well enough to contribute meaningfully in design reviews and supplier technical discussionsExperience working with Chinese, Japanese, or Korean suppliers and contract manufacturers is a strong plusYou thrive in ambiguity, default to urgency, and have the drive to build — not just maintain