Permanent Position · Mid-level

Procurement Specialist

A New York-based physical AI and robotics company is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage activities across multiple programs and product lines. The role involves overseeing relationships with over 30 global suppliers and Tier-1 manufacturing partners for complex mechatronic systems. The successful candidate will drive sourcing for new product introductions, manage purchase orders, and execute cost-reduction initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to grow into demand planning while working in a fast-paced hardware startup environment where engineering and manufacturing are tightly integrated.

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Opportunity overview

Opportunity type
Permanent Position
Required seniority
Mid-level
Work location
Remote, Travel as required
Location
MA, USA
Start
ASAP
Duration
Permanent
Travel
10%

Required role

PLM ConsultantSystem Configuration Specialist

Required platforms

Arena PLMNetSuiteERPExcel

Required skills

BOM ManagementEngineering Change ManagementSupplier ManagementNPI (New Product Introduction)Cost AnalysisInventory ManagementStrategic SourcingDemand Planning

Required industry experience

RoboticsConsumer ElectronicsHealth & Wellness

Responsibilities

  • Own purchase order issuance and management for finished goods, spare parts, and raw materials
  • Foster and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers and contract manufacturers
  • Identify supplier risk and resolve shortages, delivery issues, and non-conformances
  • Support supplier vetting, onboarding, and qualification of alternate sources
  • Execute RFQs, spot buys, and cost-reduction initiatives across key commodity types
  • Track and report BOM costs across all product lines
  • Drive sourcing of parts for new products in partnership with engineering and product teams
  • Own clear-to-build material readiness processes for prototype and production builds

Requirements

  • 3+ years experience in global procurement or supply chain in a hardware environment
  • Technical knowledge of mechatronic components (metals, injection molding, PCBAs)
  • Familiarity with product development lifecycles and design/document change control
  • Experience working within an ERP system for PO management and inventory
  • Experience with a PLM system (Arena preferred)
  • Strong analytical skills and exceptional Excel proficiency
  • Ability to manage 400+ components across multiple product lines
  • Process-oriented mindset with prior experience in a production setting