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Procurement Lead

Austin, Texas

Fox Robotics is at the bleeding edge of warehouse automation, with a focus on autonomous forklifts. As the leader in this space, Fox has clear product market fit and is scaling fast. With this growth, employees have a once-in-a-career opportunity to learn, all while working as part of a mission-driven team focused on making robots that work.

What you’ll do:

Procurement:

  • Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies aligning with company goals, driving cost savings and robustness to the supply chain.
  • Create forecasts, set key performance indicators (KPIs), and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
  • Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain by developing contingency plans and ensuring supplier diversity and reliability.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to negotiate contracts and ensure quality, pricing, identify cost savings, and delivery expectations are met.

Inventory Control:

  • Maintain inventory management systems and processes to ensure accurate forecasting and stock levels.
  • Optimize inventory turnover while maintaining sufficient safety stock to avoid production delays.
  • Monitor and report on inventory performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Collaborate with operations teams to ensure seamless integration of inventory systems with production & field support workflows.

Team Management and Development:

  • Build, lead, and mentor a team of procurement and inventory professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Set clear goals and performance expectations for team members, providing regular feedback and coaching.
  • Develop team capabilities through training programs, cross-functional projects, and professional development opportunities.
  • Ensure team alignment with company objectives and foster strong cross-departmental communication.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Partner with finance to establish and manage procurement budgets, track spending, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Support scaling efforts by identifying supply chain risks and developing mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with production teams to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules.
  • Work closely with the R&D team to understand technical requirements and secure suppliers that align with product development goals.

What you’ll need: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, or supply chain management.
  • 5+ years of experience managing and developing teams.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proven ability to lead a team and collaborate across functions to develop effective solutions.

Nice to have:  

  • Background in manufacturing, electronics, and metal fabrication
  • Experience in implementing or optimizing ERP systems

Benefits and perks:

  • A once in a career opportunity to build, alongside colleagues who deeply care (plus robots that aren’t bad, either!)
  • Competitive salary and stock options
  • Generous healthcare options
  • 401k match
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Other perks that connect us, including lunch on Fridays, team building activities, and more!

 

More About Fox Robotics 

We make robots that work.

Our robotic forklifts are human multipliers: They make it possible for people to do more with less while also creating safer and more efficient working conditions. Doing more with less is how we future-proof supply chain workflows, grow our economy, and provide higher-paying jobs. We make robots that work to make life better.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

 

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