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Standard Bots · 1 month ago

Procurement Specialist

Standard Bots is a rapidly growing startup focused on manufacturing operations. As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be responsible for sourcing components, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of shipments while collaborating with various teams to support production demands.

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Responsibilities

Source and evaluate new and existing suppliers for quality, cost, and reliability
Request and negotiate quotes for custom and off-the-shelf components
Create, manage, and track purchase orders
Monitor delivery schedules and manage domestic and international shipments
Coordinate shipping with forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
Maintain clear and professional communication with vendors via email
Collaborate with other departments to align purchasing with internal needs
Identify opportunities to improve lead times, reduce cost, and streamline workflows

Qualification

Supplier negotiationInternational logisticsCNC machining experienceGoogle Sheets proficiencyERPMRP experienceOrganizational skillsWritten communicationEmotional intelligenceProblem-solving skills

Required

Source and evaluate new and existing suppliers for quality, cost, and reliability
Request and negotiate quotes for custom and off-the-shelf components
Create, manage, and track purchase orders
Monitor delivery schedules and manage domestic and international shipments
Coordinate shipping with forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers
Maintain clear and professional communication with vendors via email
Collaborate with other departments to align purchasing with internal needs
Identify opportunities to improve lead times, reduce cost, and streamline workflows

Preferred

Demonstrated commitment to ethics, integrity, and confidentiality
Experience purchasing CNC machining, PCBs, welded and electrical components
Familiarity with international logistics including lead times, customs, and freight tracking
Confidence in supplier negotiation to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery
Proficiency in Google Sheets for tracking and analysis
Comfortable with processing invoices and basic AP
Exceptional organizational skills and management of competing priorities
Strong written communication with suppliers and internal teams
Comfortable operating independently and juggling priorities in a startup environment
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Benefits

Employee Stock Options
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)

Company

Standard Bots

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Standard Bots offers advanced automation solutions, including the RO1 robot, to help businesses streamline their operations.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$65M
Key Investors
General Catalyst
2024-07-12Series B· $63M
2024-01-19Convertible Note· $2M
2020-01-15Seed

Leadership Team

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Evan Beard
Co-founder, CEO and Chief Engineer
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David Golden
Co-Founder
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