Staff Business Process Manager - Supply Chain will be a key leader responsible for driving operational excellence for the newly integrated Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) organization. This role will focus on assessing process effectiveness, establishing a robust data-driven culture through advanced dashboards, and leading cross-functional improvements. This role will transition our rapidly scaling organization from manual workflows to a high-performance, automated powerhouse. You will be the architect of the supply chain processes, owning the organizational "Playbook" and acting as the primary business stakeholder for critical system enhancements, ensuring all processes are scalable and SOX-compliant. 

In this role you will

Process Documentation & Maintenance: Own design and maintenance of the GPSC "Playbook" by conducting regular assessments of purchasing and supply chain workflows to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks. ensure all SOPs, process maps, and policy documentations are scalable, data-driven, and audit-ready.

• KPI & Dashboard Ownership: Design and automated deployment of real-time dashboards and KPI metrics to ensure a "Single Source of Truth" that transitions the organization from reactive reporting to proactive, actionable insights for leadership.
• System Transformation & Automation: Serve as the lead business stakeholder for ERP enhancements, defining functional requirements and driving automation to eliminate manual reporting and close process gaps.
• Cross-Functional Optimization: Identify and resolve process bottlenecks by executing process improvements that reduce manual data entry and streamline information flow between teams. 
• SOX Compliance & Control Design: Partner with Internal Audit to architect, implement, and monitor robust SOX controls, owning the documentation and quarterly self-testing to ensure 100% audit readiness.
• Digital Innovation: Proactively identify and integrate emerging technologies, including AI-based tools, to enhance business processes, predictive reporting, and overall organizational efficiency.

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of experience driving supply chain process optimization and design, specifically within high-growth technology or manufacturing industries.
• 4+ years of experience in business process mapping (ie. Lucidchart, Visio, Miro) within a hardware environment.
• Direct experience with SOX audits and a deep understanding of internal control frameworks.
• Mastery of ERP (ie. NetSuite) and P2P (ie. Coupa) platforms.
• Proficient in SQL/Python and data visualization tools (ie. Looker Studio, Tableau, Power BI, or Mode).
• Practical experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement frameworks to supply chain workflows.
• Exceptional ability to map information flow with upstream/downstream impacts and manage the relationship between multiple cross-functional systems and tools

Desirable qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience across multiple supply chain domains
• Passion for continuous improvement with the curiosity to uncover gaps, resilience to manage ambiguity, and drive to optimize processes and create solutions
• Forward-thinking approach and tenacity to anticipate risks/opportunities and proactively drive towards the desired outcomes

The base salary range for this position is $147,000 - $220,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

What we are looking for

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all.

The Supply Chain Process & Analytics Manager will be a key leader responsible for driving operational excellence for the newly integrated Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) organization. This role will focus on assessing process effectiveness, establishing a robust data-driven culture through advanced dashboards, and leading cross-functional improvements. This role will transition our rapidly scaling organization from manual workflows to a high-performance, automated powerhouse. You will be the architect of the supply chain processes, owning the organizational "Playbook" and acting as the primary business stakeholder for critical system enhancements, ensuring all processes are scalable and SOX-compliant. 

In this role you will

Process Documentation & Maintenance: Own design and maintenance of the GPSC "Playbook" by conducting regular assessments of purchasing and supply chain workflows to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks. Ensure all SOPs, process maps, and policy documentations are scalable, data-driven, and audit-ready.

• KPI & Dashboard Ownership: Design and automated deployment of real-time dashboards and KPI metrics to ensure a "Single Source of Truth" that transitions the organization from reactive reporting to proactive, actionable insights for leadership.
• System Transformation & Automation: Serve as the lead business stakeholder for ERP enhancements, defining functional requirements and driving automation to eliminate manual reporting and close process gaps.
• Cross-Functional Optimization: Identify and resolve process bottlenecks by executing process improvements that reduce manual data entry and streamline information flow between teams. 
• Digital Innovation: Proactively identify and integrate emerging technologies, including AI-based tools, to enhance business processes, predictive reporting, and overall organizational efficiency.

Required qualifications

• 7+ years of experience driving supply chain process optimization and design, specifically within high-growth technology or manufacturing industries.
• 4+ years of experience in business process mapping (ie. Lucidchart, Visio, Miro) within a hardware environment.
• Mastery of ERP (ie. NetSuite) and P2P (ie. Coupa) platforms.
• Proficient in SQL/Python and data visualization tools (ie. Looker Studio, Tableau, Power BI, or Mode).
• Practical experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement frameworks to supply chain workflows.
• Exceptional ability to map information flow with upstream/downstream impacts and manage the relationship between multiple cross-functional systems and tools

Desirable qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
• Six Sigma Certification
• Experience across multiple supply chain domains
• Passion for continuous improvement with the curiosity to uncover gaps, resilience to manage ambiguity, and drive to optimize processes and create solutions
• Forward-thinking approach and tenacity to anticipate risks/opportunities and proactively drive towards the desired outcomes

The base salary range for this position is $147,000 - $220,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

At Aurora, we’re not just building a product; we’re building the future of transportation. To get there, we need a supply chain that is as innovative and resilient as our technology. We are looking for a Global Supply Manager (GSM) – Indirect who can bridge the gap between high-level strategy and tactical execution, ensuring our teams have the software, services, and workforce they need to move fast.

As a GSM, you won’t just be "buying things." You will be a strategic partner to our Engineering and Operations teams, navigating the complexities of the autonomous vehicle (AV) landscape and scaling our indirect spend categories globally.

In this role, you will

• Lead end-to-end procurement for enterprise software, SaaS, and cloud services, negotiating complex agreements to secure best-in-class developer tools while protecting Aurora.
• Drive sourcing strategies for Contingent Workforce and AV Operations, managing partners who support testing and mission-critical hardware deployments.
• Establish global sourcing strategies balancing cost, risk, and speed. Develop "should-cost" models and lead competitive RFxs to standardize spending.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Finance, and Legal to ensure efficient yet rigorous procurement processes.
• Monitor supplier performance via structured QBRs and KPIs, ensuring partners meet high quality and safety standards and grow with Aurora.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience, with a strong focus on Software and Professional Services categories.
• Strong analytical skills, including cost modeling and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven experience in developing presentations for financial and business leadership.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment with evolving procurement needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.

Desirable Qualifications 

• Experience with ERP and procurement tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle)
• Proven experience managing contingent labor programs or operational/field services. Candidates with a background in AV, robotics, or high-tech manufacturing are preferred.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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At Aurora, we’re not just building a product; we’re building the future of transportation. To get there, we need a supply chain that is as innovative and resilient as our technology. We are looking for a Global Supply Manager (GSM) – Indirect who can bridge the gap between high-level strategy and tactical execution, ensuring our teams have the software, services, and workforce they need to move fast.

As a GSM, you won’t just be "buying things." You will be a strategic partner to our Engineering and Operations teams, navigating the complexities of the autonomous vehicle (AV) landscape and scaling our indirect spend categories globally.

In this role, you will

• Lead end-to-end procurement for enterprise software, SaaS, and cloud services, negotiating complex agreements to secure best-in-class developer tools while protecting Aurora.
• Drive sourcing strategies for Contingent Workforce and AV Operations, managing partners who support testing and mission-critical hardware deployments.
• Establish global sourcing strategies balancing cost, risk, and speed. Develop "should-cost" models and lead competitive RFxs to standardize spending.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Finance, and Legal to ensure efficient yet rigorous procurement processes.
• Monitor supplier performance via structured QBRs and KPIs, ensuring partners meet high quality and safety standards and grow with Aurora.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience, with a strong focus on Software and Professional Services categories.
• Strong analytical skills, including cost modeling and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven experience in developing presentations for financial and business leadership.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment with evolving procurement needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.

Desirable Qualifications 

• Experience with ERP and procurement tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle)
• Proven experience managing contingent labor programs or operational/field services. Candidates with a background in AV, robotics, or high-tech manufacturing are preferred.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-MS1

#Mid-Senior

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We're searching for a Staff Global Supply Manager to be the strategic owner of our supply chain for complex optical hardware and the Contract Manufacturer (CM) who builds our systems. This high-impact role requires a deep blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You will manage the entire supply chain for our optical subsystems, including free-space optics, and the underlying components like lasers, mirrors, lenses, and photodetectors. Your core responsibility is to ensure a reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective supply for our hardware at every stage.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with our Engineering teams to understand technology requirements and business objectives. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for both highly specialized optical components and the Contract Manufacturer who assemble them.
• Manage the supply chain from initial prototype builds through to production readiness, focusing on setting a foundation for future scaling. This involves managing direct relationships with specialized optical suppliers and ensuring our CMs effectively manage their own sub-tier supply base..
• Accurately capture NRE, tooling, capital equipment, and material costs. Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and conditions with both component suppliers and CMs to secure supply and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Partner closely with our Legal team to draft and finalize legal agreements (e.g., Purchase Agreements, Statements of Work) that secure pricing, capacity, and quality commitments.
• Track global market conditions, monitor technology roadmaps, and identify supply and demand challenges and opportunities within the optical and manufacturing industries.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Optical), or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a proven track record of managing global supply chains
• Deep understanding of optical systems and manufacturing, including components like lenses, mirrors, lasers, photodetectors, and processes for coatings and precision assembly.
• Demonstrated experience managing Contract Manufacturers for the production of complex, high-reliability products.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills, with the ability to perform detailed "should-cost" analysis.
• Exceptional ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Legal, Finance).
• Tenacity in solving problems, with a resilient and adaptable "can-do" attitude in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on safety-critical components and high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), specifically for optical assemblies.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology and quality control processes.
• Experience with competitor product teardown analysis to inform strategic sourcing decisions.

If you are a passionate, skilled Supply Manager ready to make a significant impact on the future of transportation, we encourage you to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-JH1

#Mid-Senior

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We're searching for a Staff Global Supply Manager to be the strategic owner of our supply chain for complex optical hardware and the Contract Manufacturer (CM) who builds our systems. This high-impact role requires a deep blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You will manage the entire supply chain for our optical subsystems, including free-space optics, and the underlying components like lasers, mirrors, lenses, and photodetectors. Your core responsibility is to ensure a reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective supply for our hardware at every stage.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with our Engineering teams to understand technology requirements and business objectives. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for both highly specialized optical components and the Contract Manufacturer who assemble them.
• Manage the supply chain from initial prototype builds through to production readiness, focusing on setting a foundation for future scaling. This involves managing direct relationships with specialized optical suppliers and ensuring our CMs effectively manage their own sub-tier supply base..
• Accurately capture NRE, tooling, capital equipment, and material costs. Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and conditions with both component suppliers and CMs to secure supply and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Partner closely with our Legal team to draft and finalize legal agreements (e.g., Purchase Agreements, Statements of Work) that secure pricing, capacity, and quality commitments.
• Track global market conditions, monitor technology roadmaps, and identify supply and demand challenges and opportunities within the optical and manufacturing industries.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Optical), or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a proven track record of managing global supply chains
• Deep understanding of optical systems and manufacturing, including components like lenses, mirrors, lasers, photodetectors, and processes for coatings and precision assembly.
• Demonstrated experience managing Contract Manufacturers for the production of complex, high-reliability products.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills, with the ability to perform detailed "should-cost" analysis.
• Exceptional ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Legal, Finance).
• Tenacity in solving problems, with a resilient and adaptable "can-do" attitude in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on safety-critical components and high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), specifically for optical assemblies.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology and quality control processes.
• Experience with competitor product teardown analysis to inform strategic sourcing decisions.

If you are a passionate, skilled Supply Manager ready to make a significant impact on the future of transportation, we encourage you to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-JH1

#Mid-Senior

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We're searching for a Staff Global Supply Manager to be the strategic owner of our supply chain for complex optical hardware and the Contract Manufacturer (CM) who builds our systems. This high-impact role requires a deep blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You will manage the entire supply chain for our optical subsystems, including free-space optics, and the underlying components like lasers, mirrors, lenses, and photodetectors. Your core responsibility is to ensure a reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective supply for our hardware at every stage.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with our Engineering teams to understand technology requirements and business objectives. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for both highly specialized optical components and the Contract Manufacturer who assemble them.
• Manage the supply chain from initial prototype builds through to production readiness, focusing on setting a foundation for future scaling. This involves managing direct relationships with specialized optical suppliers and ensuring our CMs effectively manage their own sub-tier supply base..
• Accurately capture NRE, tooling, capital equipment, and material costs. Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and conditions with both component suppliers and CMs to secure supply and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Partner closely with our Legal team to draft and finalize legal agreements (e.g., Purchase Agreements, Statements of Work) that secure pricing, capacity, and quality commitments.
• Track global market conditions, monitor technology roadmaps, and identify supply and demand challenges and opportunities within the optical and manufacturing industries.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Optical), or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a proven track record of managing global supply chains
• Deep understanding of optical systems and manufacturing, including components like lenses, mirrors, lasers, photodetectors, and processes for coatings and precision assembly.
• Demonstrated experience managing Contract Manufacturers for the production of complex, high-reliability products.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills, with the ability to perform detailed "should-cost" analysis.
• Exceptional ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Legal, Finance).
• Tenacity in solving problems, with a resilient and adaptable "can-do" attitude in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on safety-critical components and high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), specifically for optical assemblies.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology and quality control processes.
• Experience with competitor product teardown analysis to inform strategic sourcing decisions.

If you are a passionate, skilled Supply Manager ready to make a significant impact on the future of transportation, we encourage you to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-JH1

#Mid-Senior

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We're searching for a Staff Global Supply Manager to be the strategic owner of our supply chain for complex optical hardware and the Contract Manufacturer (CM) who builds our systems. This high-impact role requires a deep blend of technical expertise and commercial acumen. You will manage the entire supply chain for our optical subsystems, including free-space optics, and the underlying components like lasers, mirrors, lenses, and photodetectors. Your core responsibility is to ensure a reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective supply for our hardware at every stage.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with our Engineering teams to understand technology requirements and business objectives. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for both highly specialized optical components and the Contract Manufacturer who assemble them.
• Manage the supply chain from initial prototype builds through to production readiness, focusing on setting a foundation for future scaling. This involves managing direct relationships with specialized optical suppliers and ensuring our CMs effectively manage their own sub-tier supply base..
• Accurately capture NRE, tooling, capital equipment, and material costs. Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and conditions with both component suppliers and CMs to secure supply and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Partner closely with our Legal team to draft and finalize legal agreements (e.g., Purchase Agreements, Statements of Work) that secure pricing, capacity, and quality commitments.
• Track global market conditions, monitor technology roadmaps, and identify supply and demand challenges and opportunities within the optical and manufacturing industries.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Optical), or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a proven track record of managing global supply chains
• Deep understanding of optical systems and manufacturing, including components like lenses, mirrors, lasers, photodetectors, and processes for coatings and precision assembly.
• Demonstrated experience managing Contract Manufacturers for the production of complex, high-reliability products.
• Strong analytical and cost modeling skills, with the ability to perform detailed "should-cost" analysis.
• Exceptional ability to influence internal and external stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Legal, Finance).
• Tenacity in solving problems, with a resilient and adaptable "can-do" attitude in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on safety-critical components and high-volume manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), specifically for optical assemblies.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology and quality control processes.
• Experience with competitor product teardown analysis to inform strategic sourcing decisions.

If you are a passionate, skilled Supply Manager ready to make a significant impact on the future of transportation, we encourage you to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $143,000 - $229,000 per year.  Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

 #LI-JH1

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