Supply Chain Analyst

Kodiak•Mountain View, CA

3h•$105,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense. Kodiak was founded in April 2018 to develop autonomous technology that carries freight forward—so people, partners, and the planet thrive. Navigating highway environments presents vastly different challenges than urban streets. Kodiak’s experienced team has developed the industry’s most advanced technology stack purpose-built specifically for long-haul trucks. From our sensor fusion system that maximizes the value of every sensing modality, to our unique lightweight mapping solution that allows our trucks to navigate ever-changing highway construction zones, our world-class team of industry pioneers is bringing the benefits of autonomy to the $800B a year trucking industry quickly, safely, and efficiently. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join our fast-growing startup team. This dynamic role is essential to ensuring the effective planning, purchasing, and tracking of materials across our operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation and management of strategies to provide Kodiak with optimal supply assurance, pricing, flexibility, quality and delivery performance. This position requires a hands-on mindset, strong organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of a startup environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, and/or equivalent experience.
4+ years' experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing or startup environment.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).
Strong organizational and time-management and analysis skills.
Self - motivated and highly organized to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Familiarity with procurement best practices, inventory management principles, and supply chain fundamental

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with inventory and procurement modules in PLM tools (e.g., Arena) a plus.

Responsibilities

Support sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing of goods, materials, and services to meet operational requirements and collaborate with internal teams to understand material needs and ensure timely order placement and delivery
Maintain preferred supplier list and track vendor performance for cost, quality, and delivery and process purchase orders, track order status, and follow up on delays or discrepancies.
Support contract administration, including review of supplier terms and compliance with purchasing policies
The candidate must efficiently handle RMAs, communicate clearly with suppliers and teams, and maintain accurate records. A strong understanding of the RMA process is essential for timely resolution. Assist in researching new suppliers, off-the-shelf solutions, and alternative materials
Learn and apply legal concepts in purchasing (Terms & Conditions, MSAs, MPAs, Vendor Managed Inventory) and understand and apply Incoterms for domestic and international procurement
Maintain an organized and well-labeled inventory system, floating material and improving traceability. and perform regular inventory audits and cycle counts using ABC methodology
Monitor and track inventory check-in/check-out activity and help enforce usage of internal part numbers
Support material kitting and staging for manufacturing and engineering builds and assist in optimizing inventory storage and flow within the facility
Ensure data accuracy between physical inventory, ERP system, and PLM platform
Develop and implement procedures related to receiving, handling, and storing inventory.
Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to support day-to-day activities and material needs.
Support Finance team with invoice allocation for various Kodiak Projects and programs
Contribute to process improvements across procurement, finance, and inventory functions

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including equity and annual bonuses
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
MetLife Legal Services, Identity & Fraud Protection, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Accident Insurance, & Critical Illness Insurance
Flexible PTO, 10 paid holidays, and generous parental leave policies
Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA
Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna, Calm through Kaiser, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health through Cigna, Rula (mental health navigation)
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)