Procurement Specialist

42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles.

We develop safety-first user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system.

About the Role

Were looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to join our Sunnyvale team. Youll manage sourcing and purchasing across hardware software engineering tools and operations supporting the resource needs of our autonomous driving and mobility programs. Youll also partner closely with our Operations team to handle their day-to-day purchasing needs. This role works cross-functionally with engineering finance and legal to make sure the company has what it needs when it needs it at the right cost.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing vendor negotiation purchase order issuance and order tracking

• Identify evaluate and onboard new suppliers and vendors for hardware components (sensors compute modules prototyping materials) and indirect goods/services

• Negotiate pricing terms and contracts to secure favorable outcomes while maintaining strong supplier relationships

• Partner with engineering and R&D teams to understand technical specifications and sourcing requirements for prototype and production materials

• Monitor supplier performance lead times and quality to proactively resolve supply chain risks or delays

• Maintain accurate procurement records purchase orders and vendor documentation in company systems

• Support budget tracking and cost analysis in collaboration with finance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policy export control regulations and any relevant legal/import requirements

• Assist with vendor contract renewals NDAs and MSAs in coordination with legal

• Continuously identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function

Qualifications

• 25 years of experience in procurement purchasing or supply chain roles (experience in automotive hardware robotics or tech industries preferred)

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships

• Familiarity with procurement/ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite Coupa) and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

• Ability to read and understand technical specifications for hardware/electronic components is a plus

• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail

• Clear communicator who can work cross-functionally with engineering finance and legal stakeholders

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup-like environment with shifting priorities

• Knowledge of export control regulations (EAR/ITAR) is a plus given international supplier relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience procuring for autonomous vehicle robotics or AI hardware programs

• Familiarity with global supply chains and international shipping/customs processes

• Bilingual (Korean/English) is a plus given collaboration with global teams

Interview Process

• Application Review - 1st interview - 2nd interview - Offer Negotiation - Hiring

• The screening procedures may vary depending on the position schedule or other circumstances.

  You will be individually notified of the screening schedule and results via the email address provided in your application.

Compensation

• $79380 - $150000

Additional Information

• In accordance with fair hiring practices do not include any personal information unrelated to your job qualifications (e.g. Social Security Number family relations marital status age photo physical condition place of birth etc.) in your resume.

• All documents must be submitted in PDF format and under 30MB in size.

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• We strongly encourage applications from U.S. veterans and candidates eligible for employment preference under applicable laws.

• Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• 42dot does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any such submissions. Equal Opportunity Statement

• 42dot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status.

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