Sr. Purchasing Specialist

The Carbon Robotics LaserWeeder™ leverages advanced robotics, computer vision, AI/deep learning, and lasers to eliminate weeds with sub-millimeter accuracy-all without herbicides. This innovative solution reduces environmental impact, promotes soil health, and helps farmers address labor shortages and rising costs. Designed in Seattle and built at our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Richland, Washington, the LaserWeeder is setting a new standard for automated weed control. With $157 million in funding from prominent investors such as BOND, NVentures (NVIDIA's venture arm), Anthos Capital, Fuse Venture Capital, Ignition Partners, Revolution, Sozo Ventures, and Voyager Capital, Carbon Robotics is driving innovation.

As a no-nonsense team with a bias for action, we take pride in executing our ideas. Whether it's designing transformative technology or visiting farms to ensure our products are reliable and safe, we do whatever it takes to deliver for our customers.

Working here means tackling big problems with big impact. You'll find opportunities to grow professionally, solve complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to a mission that matters. At Carbon Robotics, we trust our team to act independently and make practical, real-world decisions.

Join us as we innovate, execute, and build the future of farming together.

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Position Summary

We are looking for a Sr. Purchasing Specialist that will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure Carbon Robotics has the right suppliers, at the right cost, quality, and capacity, to support rapid scaling of our manufacturing operations. This role is highly cross-functional, partnering closely with engineering, operations, and finance to influence design, secure supply, and manage supplier performance across key commodities.
Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development
  • Develop and manage sourcing strategies for assigned commodities (e.g., electro-mechanical, fabricated metals, electronics, robotics components).
  • Identify, qualify, and develop new suppliers to support NPI and scaling production.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements that align with company goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with engineering on design-for-cost and design-for-supply-chain initiatives.
  • Support NPI by securing suppliers early in the design cycle.
  • Work with operations and production control to ensure continuity of supply.
• Supplier Management
  • Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with key suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness, cost competitiveness).
  • Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement with suppliers.
• Purchasing & Execution

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders for production materials and services.
• Monitor open orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve discrepancies (pricing, invoices, receipts).
• Maintain ERP (NetSuite) accuracy for lead times, pricing, and order status.

• Systems & Process
  • Maintain accurate supplier and sourcing data in ERP/MRP system (NetSuite).
  • Support development of purchasing policies, templates, and standard work as we scale.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or supply chain in a manufacturing environment (high-mix, complex product preferred).
• Skills:
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Knowledge of global supply markets for mechanical, electrical, and/or electro-mechanical commodities.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite a plus).
  • Data-driven, with solid financial and cost modeling ability.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Purchasing & Execution

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders for production materials and services.
• Monitor open orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve discrepancies (pricing, invoices, receipts).
• Maintain ERP (NetSuite) accuracy for lead times, pricing, and order status.

Supplier Management

• Act as the primary contact for a defined set of suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules within approved frameworks.
• Support supplier onboarding and compliance requirements.
• Escalate and resolve quality or delivery issues with suppliers in partnership with engineering and operations.

Strategic Contribution

• Identify opportunities for cost savings, improved terms, and supplier consolidation.
• Support dual-sourcing and supplier risk reduction initiatives.
• Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with critical suppliers.
• Provide input on commodity strategies developed by the supply chain leadership team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with engineering on design-for-cost and design-for-supply-chain considerations.
• Partner with production control and planning to ensure supply aligns with the master schedule.
• Collaborate with finance and AP to support budgeting, accruals, and timely supplier payments.

Continuous Improvement

• Help document and improve purchasing processes and standard work.
• Contribute to projects to streamline the procure-to-pay process and improve supplier responsiveness.

Carbon Robotics follows equitable hiring practices. Flexibility in our hiring process allows hiring of talent at levels different from what are posted. The compensation range outlined is based on a target budgeted base salary. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as relevant experience and skill, Interview assessments and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements. Offers are determined using our equitable hiring practices. Carbon Robotics offers additional compensation in the form of benefits premiums, pre-IPO stock options and On Target Earning commissions for appropriate positions. Base pay ranges are reviewed each year. We are committed to the principle of pay equity - paying employees equitably for similar work.
Offers are dependent on someone experience and may be outside of the published range when appropriate. If your skills are above the posted range... Apply We want to hear from you

Carbon Robotics' base salary pay range:

$92,000-$107,000 USD

Why would you join Carbon Robotics?

Passion for building teams capable of solving uniquely interesting problems. Innovation while disrupting the market is what we do. Profiled in WSJ and Forbes, Carbon Robotics is poised to become the next billion dollar company in the rapidly growing worldwide Ag-Tech industry.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full time US based* employees, including:

• Competitive salaries
• Pre-IPO Stock Options
• Generous Benefits:
  • Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you and all dependents
    • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
    • Virtual Care - Doctor on Demand
    • Employee Assistance Program
  • Mental Health HRA
  • Restricted Healthcare Travel support
  • Menopause Support
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible PTO
  • 401(k) plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
• Work Culture: Be a part of an inclusive and tight-knit company culture that values innovation and mission-driven success.

*Internationally based employees benefits varies & Contractors are not eligible for Carbon Robotics Benefits or Stock

Carbon Robotics is building a culture of diversity and inclusion for all. We welcome everyone's voice and believe in open and transparent communication. We believe the best products, services, and companies are built by strong teams that include a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences. We are committed to supporting and enabling growth and opportunity for every employee at every level. This is the foundation to which we will build a truly unique environment.

We are equally committed to equal employment opportunity, and it is foundational to how we recruit and hire our talented team. Employment is determined based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including potential pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability , HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

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