Sr. Supply Chain Specialist @ Bright Machines

Salary Range: 130000 to 170000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

RETHINK MANUFACTURING

The only way to ignite change is to build the best team. At Bright Machines®, we’re innovators and experts in our craft who have joined together to create a new category of manufacturing that will help transform the industry. We believe software and data are the answer, thoughtfully applied to solve our customers’ unique challenges. Through intelligent automation, we give factories newfound flexibility, scalability, and resilience. We deliver products to meet the demands of today while building a platform to take advantage of what comes next.

Working with us means you’ll have the opportunity to make lasting, impactful changes for our company and our customers. If you’re ready to apply your exceptional skills to create the factory of the future, we’d love to speak with you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain professional to manage our end-to-end logistics and on-site shipment activities in the United States as well as collaborating closely with our Mexico regional supply chain manager to meet business objectives at a global level.

You will be responsible for logistics, planning and coordination, warehouse, inventory, and transportation management to support for Bright Machines automation solutions. Your teamwork skills, strategic and analytical mind will be your assets as you collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Project Management, Integration (manufacturing operations), Finance, and colleagues in other international locations to create and execute effective supply chain operations.

Some travel within North America and our international locations may be needed.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Coordination of National and International Freight: Manage the transportation of goods by land, sea, and air, ensuring timely delivery and cost optimization.
Monitoring Import and Export Shipments: Supervise the entire shipping process, from departure to destination, ensuring compliance with international regulations.
Customs Documentation Review: Verify the correct preparation and submission of documents required for customs clearance, complying with all local and international regulations.
Preparation of Letters and Technical Data Sheets for Customs Brokers: Prepare and review the technical documentation required for customs processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with requirements.
Logistics Cost Projection: Analyze and project costs associated with logistics operations, seeking resource optimization and process efficiency.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping activities.
Ensure inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and physical inventories.
Coordinate with other departments, such as procurement and engineering, to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners to optimize inventory flow.
Generate purchase orders based on approved purchase requisitions.
Verify accuracy of order details, including quantities, prices, and delivery schedules.
Ensure purchase orders comply with company policies and procedures.
Submit purchase orders to suppliers and confirm receipt.
Monitor the status of open purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
Communicate with suppliers to resolve any order discrepancies or delays.
Prepare and manage the logistics budget, including transportation, warehousing, and labor costs.
Analyze logistics costs and identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
Maintain effective communication with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and any changes.
Address and resolve supplier issues related to purchase orders.
Update supplier records and maintain accurate contact information.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

5+ years of experience in supply chain in a technology company with multiple domestic and international locations
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering or similar field
Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes
Experience with International shipments and logistics
Working experience of NetSuite
Proven procurement and negotiation skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Detail-oriented, analytical, and data-driven
Creative problem-solving and proactive
Impact-driven and scrappy

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor/ Master degree in supply chain/Logistics preferred.
Experience working in start-up environment.
Experiences in manufacturing automation and robotics.

WHO YOU ARE

You are customer obsessed
You believe in the power of a team, diversity of thought, and unity of action
You always act with integrity, keep your commitments, and practice transparency
You think boldly, lead with courage, and demand the highest standards
You drive for results, and act like an owner!

BE EMPOWERED TO CHANGE AN INDUSTRY

We’re looking for people who believe they can personally help modernize a global industry and want to work alongside passionate teammates who share their vision. As a global company working toward a common goal, we have a highly collaborative and inclusive approach to work, striking a balance between celebrating team success and focusing on individual growth.

We exist to transform the way things are made. Join us on the journey.

Bright Machines was named a “Technology Pioneer” by the World Economic Forum, one of “America’s Most Promising Artificial Intelligence Companies” by Forbes, and an Inc. “Best in Business” winner.

Sr. Supply Chain Specialist

Bright Machines

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