Supply Chain Specialist

About Lucid Bots

Lucid Bots Inc. is an AI robotics company that extends human reach by building the world's most productive and responsible robots. Our robots allow people to perform dangerous and demanding tasks without putting human life and safety at risk.

Headquartered in Charlotte, we design, engineer, manufacture, and support our products domestically. Our current line of production-ready robots includes the Sherpa, a cleaning drone, and the Lavo Bot, a pressure-washing ground-based robot. Our products elevate safety and efficiency for customers all around the world. Lucid Bots was recently recognized as the fourth fastest-growing manufacturing company in the United States.

We are venture-backed, with multi-round investments from Y Combinator (S19 batch), Cubit Capital, Idea Fund Partners, Danu Ventures, and others. Learn more about our vision.

Our Core Values and How We Work Together

Meeting the demands of our fast-growing venture-backed startup requires commitment from every team member—a commitment to each other, to the customers, and to the broader community. Our core values guide us in how we fulfill that commitment every day:

• Lead with Compassion – Foster an inclusive and supportive environment where people feel valued and heard.
• Grow with Purpose – Embrace learning, adaptation, and intentional decision-making.
• Win as One Team – Collaborate and share ownership of our vision and outcomes.
• Be Positive Agents of Change – Take ownership and drive impactful actions.
• Pursue Extraordinary Impact – Solve meaningful problems with innovation and effort.

Role Objective

The Supply Chain Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring Lucid Bots' supply chain operations are efficient, cost-effective, and resilient. You will collaborate across teams to optimize procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier relationships. This role is essential for ensuring smooth production and delivery of our cutting-edge robotics solutions.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, inventory control, and logistics.
• Source and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms and ensuring on-time delivery of raw materials and components while maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to optimize stock availability while minimizing costs.
• Develop and maintain accurate supply chain reports, tracking key performance metrics and identifying areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to align supply chain activities with production needs.
• Ensure compliance with international and domestic shipping regulations and trade policies.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain to prevent disruptions.
• Work with ERP (Acumatica) and inventory management systems to track and forecast material needs effectively.

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Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics, preferably in a manufacturing or robotics environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, including inventory management, demand planning, and supplier negotiations.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems to plan, schedule, and manage material flow to meet production demands.
• Proven ability to analyze data and make strategic decisions to optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills for supplier management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment with evolving priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing supply chain challenges.
• APICS or CSCP Certification preferred.

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Why You Should Join Lucid Bots:

• Be a key contributor in shaping a world-class supply chain for a cutting-edge robotics company.
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with talented engineers and business leaders.
• Competitive salary, equity options, and benefits.
• Opportunity for professional growth and impact within a rapidly scaling organization.

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Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Ensuring on-time delivery of components and materials to meet production schedules.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships that optimize cost and reliability.
• Proactively identifying and mitigating supply chain risks before they impact operations.
• Implementing efficient inventory management strategies to reduce waste and improve cash flow.

Additional Notes

This role is based in Charlotte, NC, and requires regular collaboration with the on-site team. The Supply Chain Specialist will have opportunities to work hands-on with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to drive supply chain excellence.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 3% retirement match
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Company employee option plan
• Other benefits

A Message from Our VP of Manufacturing

At Lucid Bots, we’re not just hiring for a role—we’re bringing on people who believe in what we’re building. Watch this short video from our VP of Manufacturing, Jim McMaster, to hear why this role is important and why we’re excited to have someone like you join the team.

We’d Love to Hear from You!

We encourage you to respond to Jim’s video with your own short video (under 2 minutes) explaining why you’re excited about this opportunity and why you’d be a great fit for Lucid Bots. This is a chance to introduce yourself in a way that goes beyond your resume!

If you’re not sure where to record, you can use a tool like Loom.