Supply Chain Program Manager

About the role:

Samsara is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) to own the supply chain execution of our new product introductions (NPI) for devices and accessories, from concept through mass production. You will be the connective tissue between Product, Hardware Engineering, Operations, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, and Logistics, driving cross-functional alignment on schedule, cost, and supply readiness for complete systems rather than individual commodities.

You will lead through influence. You'll set and support program rhythms, surface risks early, drive decisions across teams with competing priorities, and lead Engineering designs that can be built, sourced, and shipped at scale. We also want someone who treats recurring program work (status reporting, risk tracking, readiness checks, data pulls) as something to automate. You'll build and use AI agents and workflow automation to free up time for the judgment-heavy work that moves programs forward.

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the United States. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

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, 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-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best. 

In this role, you will:

Mastermind and power NPI programs end-to-end

• Champion next-generation device and accessory programs from bold concept stages through EVT, DVT, PVT, explosive ramp, and full mass production, taking full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain master plan
• Drive flawless launch readiness in close lockstep with world-class JDM partners and internal operations engines, optimizing BOM+MVA, mastering development E&O, mitigating risk, and executing aggressive ramp curves
• Command program-level cost, precision scheduling, and strategic risk, pitching clear, high-impact decisions and trade-offs to executive leadership
• Establish and enforce rigorous build-readiness criteria and high-stakes gate reviews at every critical phase—covering materials, custom packaging, and global logistics
• Engineer lead-time-driven backward-scheduling from OK2MP through demanding REL/CRT testing to secure critical PO release deadlines with total precision
• Strategically classify process paths early (Full PLCM vs. Legacy Fast-Track exception) and drive ironclad stage-gate documentation from day-one kickoff

Galvanize cross-functional alignment and exert high-impact influence

• Serve as the indispensable single point of accountability and catalyst for supply chain excellence across Product, Engineering, Operations, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Marketing
• Unify diverse stakeholders around top priorities, resolve friction with agility, and guide executive decisions with compelling options and bold recommendations
• Partner dynamically with Hardware Engineering on DFM, design-for-cost, and proactive supply-chain risk mitigation right at the drawing board
• Lead high-octane schedule stewardship, synchronizing supply roadmaps directly to the stage-gate timeline and orchestrating high-alignment weekly core-team reviews
• Run dynamic program cadences (core team syncs, readiness reviews, executive updates) that catalyze action and drive transformative momentum
• Orchestrate seamless, structured handoffs to sustaining Supply Chain Managers post-MP ramp, ensuring long-term operational success and flawless execution

Neutralize supply risks and drive world-class partner performance

• Join forces with Sourcing, Planning, and global manufacturing leaders to guarantee resilient supply lines, crush long-lead bottlenecks, and deploy bulletproof contingency strategies
• Power Sourcing initiatives with aggressive cost targets, actionable should-cost insights, and high-stakes supplier negotiations across complex system BOMs
• Relentlessly hunt down and resolve capacity, supply, quality, or logistics bottlenecks before they ever threaten the critical path
• Spearhead the strategic Materials Risk Buy approval workflow, evaluating financial exposure and securing rapid executive alignment
• Manage high-impact engineering changes with precision, driving seamless inventory disposition and cutover plans
• Oversee NPI Material Spend and NMS budgets with absolute fiscal rigor across tooling, NRE, and ORT investments

Revolutionize supply chain operations with cutting-edge AI and automation

• Architect high-leverage playbooks, intelligent workflows, and custom tooling that supercharge productivity across the entire global supply chain organization
• Transform complex data into game-changing insights through futuristic dashboards, predictive risk analytics, and compelling executive briefings
• Pioneer autonomous AI agents and automated workflows to handle routine program tasks, status roll-ups, and data pulls, freeing your bandwidth for high-value strategic leadership
• Champion emerging AI advancements and translate state-of-the-art tech into transformative, real-world operational advantages
• Maintain hyper-accurate, modernized supply chain tracking infrastructure across ERP/PLM platforms, PR/PO tracking, and program dashboards

Embody and lead as an inspirational Samsara leader

• Embody and champion Samsara's core cultural ethos—Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, and Win as a Team—inspiring everyone around you to achieve extraordinary results

Minimum requirements for the role:

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain program management, NPI, or operations for hardware or electronics products, with a track record of taking products from concept to mass production
• BS in a relevant field (Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain) or equivalent practical experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional programs and influence senior stakeholders without direct authority
• Strong understanding of the NPI lifecycle and builds (EVT, DVT, PVT), BOM and ECO management, and CM and JDM operations
• Experience working with international manufacturing and supply partners at executive levels
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into insights and craft clear executive presentations
• Strong organizational skills: prioritization, attention to detail, and triage of complicated issues
• Self-motivated, proactive problem solver who is comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous settings
• Hands-on experience applying AI tools, agents, or automation (for example LLM-based workflows, scripting, or low-code tools) to streamline recurring work, or a demonstrated passion for learning to do so

An ideal candidate also has:

• Experience with IoT, telematics, or connected hardware, including accessories, cables, and sensors
• Experience with ERP, PLM, and planning systems (for example NetSuite) and SQL or Python for data analysis
• Experience building internal tools or agents that other team members adopt
• PMP or equivalent program management certification