Supply Chain Manager jobs in Inglewood, CA

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager of Supply Chain Sustainability to join our dynamic team. This manager will play a crucial role in shaping our Supply Chain sustainability strategy. Additionally, the role will require a strong partnership with our Hardware Engineering and Product teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. 

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, and countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper-growth environment.
• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best. 

Click here to learn about what we value at Samsara. 

In this role, you will: 

• Develop a comprehensive supply chain sustainability strategy 
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and social standards    
• Lead initiatives to reduce the supply chain carbon footprint (ex. Optimize transportation, packaging, etc)
• Implement effective end-of-life management and recycling programs to reduce electronic and packaging waste 
• Partner with Engineering and Product teams to integrate sustainable materials 
• Foster effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop methods to gather sustainability data and report to internal and external stakeholders
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices
• Hire, develop, and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing team

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Understanding of industry best practices and environmental regulation  

7 years of supply chain experience with 3 years in a management role preferably 

• Knowledge of Electronics Supply Chain
• Advanced analytical skills, expertise in data management and modeling projections 
• Experience collaborating and working cross-functionally with finance, engineering, legal, and operations teams
• Experience with decarbonization frameworks such as SBTi, Net-Zero initiatives 
• Proven track record of building trust and communicating effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders: Executives, Product and Engineering teams, Supply Chain Managers
• Concise written and verbal communication skills 
• Flexibility to quickly adapt to direction changes or new priorities
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage projects end-to-end

An ideal candidate also has:

• BS in Operations/Engineering and/or Environmental Policy and Sustainability
• Understanding of how to build LCA and/or use LCA software