Supply Chain Buyer

Lumafield•Cambridge, MA

13h•$74,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Lumafield was founded in 2019 to upgrade manufacturing. We are engineers with deep experience across the product development cycle, from initial ideas to shipping hardware, across industries and specializations, who became frustrated by the cost and complexity of modern manufacturing. So we decided to upgrade it. Engineers make million-dollar decisions every day, and they need tools that give them the greatest possible insight into their products. By offering unprecedented visibility into products, as well as AI-driven tools that highlight problems and generate quantitative data, Lumafield promises to revolutionize the way complex products are created, manufactured, and used across industries. We started with industrial CT scanning, which for us was the most valuable but underutilized tool in the manufacturing toolbox, enabling us to rapidly inspect essential components non-destructively. We rebuilt the whole system, from X-ray capture, to computer vision analysis, to web-based collaboration, to the entire business model, making the most advanced manufacturing tech more accessible to every industry. Our company, like our platform, is designed for upgrades. We’re building for greater intelligence, autonomy, and speed. For deeper vision, operational excellence, and powerful insights. And then we'll upgrade it all again. Lumafield is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, and has an office in San Francisco, CA. About the role: Lumafield is looking for a Supply Chain Buyer to join our growing operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing activities to support production, ensuring materials are ordered, tracked, and delivered on time. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and our Sr. Global Supply Manager to maintain supplier performance, manage purchase orders, and ensure continuity of supply. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning the details that keep hardware production running smoothly. If you are interested in joining a well-funded growth stage company and having a significant impact on innovative hardware products, this is the perfect opportunity for you to become a part of the Lumafield team!

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
Experience working in a manufacturing or hardware environment (electromechanical preferred)
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing workflows
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
Effective communicator, comfortable working with internal teams and external vendors
Able to manage multiple priorities and keep track of many open orders simultaneously
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting new product builds or production ramp
Exposure to inventory planning or demand forecasting
Experience working with overseas suppliers and logistics
Strong spreadsheet skills

Responsibilities

Create, issue, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials
Track order status, confirm deliveries, and proactively follow up with vendors on lead times
Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems, including pricing, lead times, and supplier information
Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to support material needs and production schedules
Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
Assist in resolving delivery delays, shortages, and quality issues with vendors
Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning
Support onboarding and setup of new suppliers as needed
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing workflows and data accuracy
Assist with cost tracking and support cost reduction initiatives where applicable

Benefits

Lumafield offers both competitive cash and equity compensation, as well as a health & wellness stipend, 401k, parental leave, flexible PTO, commuter benefits, company wide events and more!

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