Applied Intuition
Overview
Supply Chain Lead at Applied Intuition. This is a foundational, in-office role with flexibility considerations depending on location and program needs. About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017 and valued at $15 billion following its Series F, Applied Intuition delivers the Vehicle OS, Self-Driving System, and toolchain to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. The company serves automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices worldwide. Learn more at applied.co. We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception. About The Role
As Supply Chain Lead, you will lead and scale our global supply chain function to support a rapidly growing, cross-functional organization. You will manage the full supply chain lifecycle including procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. You will lead demand forecasting and inventory management, drive efficiency and integration across the chain, and ensure resilience to support mission-critical customer programs. Responsibilities
Develop and lead the end-to-end global supply chain strategy, covering planning, manufacturing, logistics, inventory, and distribution to support business goals and customer satisfaction Drive supply chain optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase resilience through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) Oversee demand planning and inventory management, ensuring alignment with sales forecasts and minimizing stockouts or excess inventory Lead and mentor cross-functional supply chain teams, fostering collaboration across procurement, operations, and logistics to ensure seamless execution Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, from identification and qualification through to negotiation of contracts and MSAs Balance competing priorities across customer demand, supplier capacity, inventory constraints, and financial impact, using structured frameworks to make and communicate tradeoffs Align sourcing and supply chain execution directly with AV/ADAS program milestones, ensuring critical hardware and components are delivered on time to enable validation, pilots, and customer commitments Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier performance, transportation disruptions, and global compliance, while developing proactive resilience strategies (dual sourcing, safety stock, supplier scorecards, continuity planning) Influence and align stakeholders across engineering, finance, legal, and executive leadership, driving clarity and confidence in supply chain decisions Qualifications
7+ years of prior experience Experience managing components (e.g., sensors, compute) in automotive, trucking, defense, or construction/mining Proven ability to work across stakeholders to execute complex projects Excellent organizational and project management skills, with experience running multiple projects and deadlines Experience in strategic sourcing: identifying, qualifying, and developing suppliers into long-term partners, with strong contract/MSA negotiation skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize among competing demands (customer delivery, supplier constraints, cost, and inventory), using structured frameworks and clear tradeoff communication Track record of building resilient supply chains through dual sourcing, supplier scorecards, or continuity planning Executive presence and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence engineering, finance, legal, and customers under time pressure Deep understanding of how supply chain execution aligns to AV/ADAS program milestones (validation, pilots, safety-critical builds) Nice to Have
Experience scaling supply chains in startup or high-growth environments (Series A to IPO) Experience building supply chains in emerging technology industries (autonomous vehicles, robotics, aerospace, or defense) where components are cutting-edge and supply-constrained Familiarity with international supplier development (APAC, EU, etc.) and managing global contracts Experience leveraging data-driven supplier analytics tools or ERP platforms to support strategic decision-making Compensation includes base salary, equity, and benefits. The base salary range for this full-time position in the listed location is $160,000 - $220,000 USD annually. The actual offer will consider experience, credentials, and other factors. Benefits may vary by jurisdiction. Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Regulations prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics and require affirmative action where applicable. Location
Location details will be specified in the job posting subtitle.
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Supply Chain Lead at Applied Intuition. This is a foundational, in-office role with flexibility considerations depending on location and program needs. About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017 and valued at $15 billion following its Series F, Applied Intuition delivers the Vehicle OS, Self-Driving System, and toolchain to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. The company serves automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining, and agriculture industries and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA, with offices worldwide. Learn more at applied.co. We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. For EpiSci job openings, fully remote work will be considered by exception. About The Role
As Supply Chain Lead, you will lead and scale our global supply chain function to support a rapidly growing, cross-functional organization. You will manage the full supply chain lifecycle including procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. You will lead demand forecasting and inventory management, drive efficiency and integration across the chain, and ensure resilience to support mission-critical customer programs. Responsibilities
Develop and lead the end-to-end global supply chain strategy, covering planning, manufacturing, logistics, inventory, and distribution to support business goals and customer satisfaction Drive supply chain optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase resilience through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) Oversee demand planning and inventory management, ensuring alignment with sales forecasts and minimizing stockouts or excess inventory Lead and mentor cross-functional supply chain teams, fostering collaboration across procurement, operations, and logistics to ensure seamless execution Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, from identification and qualification through to negotiation of contracts and MSAs Balance competing priorities across customer demand, supplier capacity, inventory constraints, and financial impact, using structured frameworks to make and communicate tradeoffs Align sourcing and supply chain execution directly with AV/ADAS program milestones, ensuring critical hardware and components are delivered on time to enable validation, pilots, and customer commitments Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier performance, transportation disruptions, and global compliance, while developing proactive resilience strategies (dual sourcing, safety stock, supplier scorecards, continuity planning) Influence and align stakeholders across engineering, finance, legal, and executive leadership, driving clarity and confidence in supply chain decisions Qualifications
7+ years of prior experience Experience managing components (e.g., sensors, compute) in automotive, trucking, defense, or construction/mining Proven ability to work across stakeholders to execute complex projects Excellent organizational and project management skills, with experience running multiple projects and deadlines Experience in strategic sourcing: identifying, qualifying, and developing suppliers into long-term partners, with strong contract/MSA negotiation skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize among competing demands (customer delivery, supplier constraints, cost, and inventory), using structured frameworks and clear tradeoff communication Track record of building resilient supply chains through dual sourcing, supplier scorecards, or continuity planning Executive presence and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence engineering, finance, legal, and customers under time pressure Deep understanding of how supply chain execution aligns to AV/ADAS program milestones (validation, pilots, safety-critical builds) Nice to Have
Experience scaling supply chains in startup or high-growth environments (Series A to IPO) Experience building supply chains in emerging technology industries (autonomous vehicles, robotics, aerospace, or defense) where components are cutting-edge and supply-constrained Familiarity with international supplier development (APAC, EU, etc.) and managing global contracts Experience leveraging data-driven supplier analytics tools or ERP platforms to support strategic decision-making Compensation includes base salary, equity, and benefits. The base salary range for this full-time position in the listed location is $160,000 - $220,000 USD annually. The actual offer will consider experience, credentials, and other factors. Benefits may vary by jurisdiction. Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Regulations prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics and require affirmative action where applicable. Location
Location details will be specified in the job posting subtitle.
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