Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field preferred.
Five or more years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related role.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with ERP, MRP, or inventory management systems preferred.
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, and supplier coordination activities.
Prepare and process purchase orders, request supplier quotes, and compare pricing and lead times.
Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgments, delivery dates, and backorders.
Maintain accurate supplier, part, pricing, inventory, and purchasing records in company systems.
Track open purchase orders and communicate material shortages and supplier delays.
Work closely with Logistics Operations to track shipments and communicate status to internal teams.
Coordinate with engineering, production, finance, and other teams to confirm material requirements.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead and influence supply chain processes.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Focus on continuous improvement and cost-control efforts.
Engagement with suppliers to enhance performance and reliability.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Supply Chain Manager to lead day to day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, shipping, and supplier coordination activities. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, obtaining supplier quotes, tracking both inbound and outbound deliveries, maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating inbound shipments, updating supply chain systems, and communicating material shortages or schedule risks. This position works closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed and supply chain activities are completed accurately and on time.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead day-to-day purchasing, inventory management, material planning, and supplier coordination activities.
Prepare and process purchase orders, request supplier quotes, and compare pricing, lead times, and availability.
Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgments, delivery dates, backorders, and overdue materials.
Maintain accurate supplier, part, pricing, inventory, and purchasing records in the company's systems.
Track open purchase orders and communicate material shortages, supplier delays, and schedule risks.
Work closely with Logistics Operations to help track inbound and outbound shipments and communicate shipment status to internal teams.
Coordinate with engineering, production, finance, and other internal teams to confirm material requirements and resolve purchasing or inventory discrepancies.
Support inventory replenishment, supplier performance tracking, purchasing reports, cost-control efforts, and supply chain improvement activities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a related field preferred.
Five or more years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, manufacturing, or a related role.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Experience using an ERP, MRP, purchasing, or inventory management system is preferred.
About Sea Machines Robotics
Sea Machines Robotics is a Boston-based company that develops autonomous control and perception systems for marine vessels. The company was founded in 2015 and has quickly become a leader in the field of autonomous marine technology. Sea Machines Robotics' systems are used by commercial and government customers to increase the safety, efficiency, and performance of their vessels. The company's technology has been used in a variety of applications, including search and rescue, surveying, and oil spill response. Sea Machines Robotics is committed to advancing the use of autonomous technology in the marine industry and helping its customers achieve their goals.
