Procurement Manager

Applied Intuition

Washington, United States
Base: $160,000 - $200,000 usd annually; equity: ye...
On-site
Develop long-term strategy and secure buy-in
Execute rfx strategies
Lead strategic sourcing for physical ai stack
Applied Intuition is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for high-performance AI hardware and components. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in commodity management, particularly within the fields of defense and robotics, and be adept at navigating complex procurement environments

Job Summary

  • Applied Intuition is powering the future of physical AI and is trusted by major global automakers and the US military.
  • Procurement Managers drive successful commodity sourcing strategies, develop supplier relationships, and maximize engagement value across cost, contract, and product.
  • Compensation includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, with a base salary range of $160,000 - $200,000 USD annually.

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Applied Intuition is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for high-performance AI hardware and components. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in commodity management, particularly within the fields of defense and robotics, and be adept at navigating complex procurement environments.

Salary

Base: $160,000 - $200,000 USD annually; Equity: Yes; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop long-term strategy and secure buy-in
  • Execute RFx strategies
  • Lead strategic sourcing for Physical AI stack
  • Partner with Engineering on SWaP-C requirements
  • Develop processes in compliance with FAR, DFARS
  • Ensure readiness for DCMA Purchasing System Reviews
  • Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate
  • Reduce cost and increase value
  • Lead process improvement projects

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Google suite tools
  • Experience using Slack professionally
  • Experience in a rapidly evolving startup environment

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in strategic sourcing or similar field
  • 2+ years leading Physical AI or Robotics Commodity Procurement
  • Expertise with FAR, DFARS, DCMA audits, and CPSR
  • Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain, finance, or business
  • Experience in DoD, aerospace, and/or defense contracting

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