Develop and implement sourcing strategies for ecosystem devices aligned with Agility Robotics’ product and business objectives.
Identify, evaluate, and onboard contract manufacturing (CM), joint design manufacturing (JDM), and original design manufacturing (ODM) partners capable of supporting device development and scalable production.
Lead supplier selection and commercial negotiations including pricing, non-recurring engineering (NRE), tooling ownership, manufacturing agreements, and long-term supply terms.
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, and Solutions teams from early concept stages to ensure suppliers receive clear technical requirements, validation criteria, and customer use-case expectations.
Drive supplier engagement across the full product lifecycle including concept development, new product introduction (NPI), production ramp, and sustained manufacturing.
Establish and maintain the supplier plan of record (SPOR) for ecosystem devices and ensure sourcing readiness aligned with program milestones.
Develop cost models and drive continuous cost improvements through should-cost analysis, supplier benchmarking, and value engineering initiatives.
Partner with contract manufacturers to ensure manufacturing scalability, supply assurance, and production capacity planning.
Oversee supplier performance management across cost, quality, delivery, and reliability metrics.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by developing multi-sourcing strategies and business continuity plans.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, Solutions teams, and Quality teams to ensure alignment on sourcing strategies and supplier selection.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field. Advanced degree preferred.
3-5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain roles, with experience managing contract manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated experience working with contract manufacturing (CM), joint design manufacturing (JDM), or original design manufacturing (ODM) partners for hardware products.
Strong understanding of turnkey manufacturing models and outsourced product development.
Experience negotiating commercial agreements including non-recurring engineering (NRE), tooling, manufacturing capacity, and supply agreements.
Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and supplier ramp in fast-paced hardware environments.
Strong analytical skills including experience developing cost models, supplier benchmarking, and financial analysis.
Experience working with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, and customer-facing Solutions teams.
Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) systems and supplier performance management frameworks.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 35%).

Benefits

401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match.
Equity: Company stock options.
Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment.
Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Time Off: Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown.
Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs.
Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements.
Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for eligible roles.
Annual Discretionary Bonus: Provided for eligible roles.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

sourcing strategiescontract manufacturingjoint design manufacturingoriginal design manufacturingcommercial negotiationscost modelsshould-cost analysissupplier benchmarkingvalue engineeringsupply chain risk management

Soft Skills

collaborationanalytical skillscross-functional teamworkcommunicationleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringAdvanced degree (preferred)