Sr. Global Supply Manager

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

We’re looking for a curious, analytical Electromechanical GSM to join our growing Supply Chain team. At Samsara, our Global Supply Managers do more than manage sourcing—they drive collaboration. You will drive coordination with our Engineering and Operations teams, ensuring our strategic partnerships are as innovative as the technology we build.

• Partner: Act as the primary link between external vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution and supply continuity.
• Negotiate: Own the bottom line through proactive cost-modeling, process improvements, and design-for-cost changes.
• Build: Support Joint Design Manufacturing (JDM) by delivering data-driven insights that keep our supply chain resilient, high-quality, and ready for the future.

This is a remote position open to candidates based in North America. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

• 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  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.

• Lead sourcing of electromechanical components such as, cables, connectors, batteries and other electromechanical components.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams on sourcing strategy, market analysis and conducting trade-off analysis reviews and supplier roadmaps with engineers
• Evaluate, assess, develop and manage supply base to enable quick prototype deployment from new product development, introduction to scalable production with JDM partners
• Provide insights on industry best in class technology and manufacturing options with optimized supply chain setup for total cost ownership
• Negotiate contracts and source alternative suppliers as needed to mitigate risk
• Analyze supplier spend, capacity and develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies
• Champion sourcing activities and support value engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost
• Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers
• Conduct market research and maintain a working knowledge of current business trends, including industry changes, cost drivers, global pricing and market conditions
• Influence and drive collaboration between cross-functional stakeholders to identify cost savings opportunities optimizing design, materials, and…