What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist – Robotics Manufacturing position at Tutor Intelligence?
Company Overview
Tutor Intelligence is a rapidly growing robotics startup, scaling our production capabilities to meet increasing customer demand. Our headquarters in Watertown, MA is a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous problem-solving are part of our daily routine. Join us to help build a massive fleet of robots!
- Purchasing & Vendor Management: Source and procure parts and materials from a range of vendors. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to optimize costs and ensure consistent supply.
- Inventory Control: Track and manage inventory levels, implement best practices in stock organization, and maintain accurate records to support production needs.
- Production Planning: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, operations) to forecast demand, schedule production batches, and ensure timely availability of parts.
- Parts Preparation & Coordination: Oversee incoming parts, prepare and kit them for production, and troubleshoot any supply or quality issues that may arise.
- Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (preferably in a manufacturing or hardware startup environment).
- Strong negotiation and communication skills; fluency in Mandarin is a significant plus.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and basic production planning.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Knowledge of 3D printing is a bonus.
- Mandarin Communication: Communicate effectively with Chinese vendors (Mandarin fluency highly preferred) to streamline purchasing, resolve issues quickly, and build strong supplier relationships.
- 3D Printing Knowledge: Leverage 3D printing expertise to prototype parts, troubleshoot printer issues, and contribute to iterative product improvements.
- If you’re passionate about robotics, eager to build efficient supply chains, and ready to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help us build a truly next generation robot fleet!
$20 - $25 an hour
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Salary : $20 - $25
