Location: Stanford, CA
designers, and environmental enthusiasts who believe that this problem is among one of the most critical challenges of our time. Join Ample and help us make this a reality for billions of vehicles. ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE We are looking to grow our Purchasing / Supply Chain team, which focuses on cutting-edge engineering, cost-effective global supply chain, manufacturing, and distribution center operations.
Ample is seeking a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Buyer-Planner to support purchasing, planning, and delivery tracking of engineering and manufacturing material needs for our battery, vehicle, and swapping systems. In this role, you will not only act as the catalyst to enabling
the end-to-end procurement transactions, but also as the champion to bring continuous improvement to purchasing processes and systems to achieve our ambitious mission of electrifying vehicles globally.
The role requires cross-functional engagement and execution within Ample and across the extended global supply chain. RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Execute purchase requisitions to place Purchase Orders (PO’s) as needed and manage purchase orders through invoicing & delivery ● Maintain accurate open PO lines with the inbound quantities and due dates from vendors ● Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage vendors / delivery schedules ● Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned
suppliers ● Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues and resolution ● Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (sourcing team, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.
) ● Manage project BOMs and engineering changes to minimize obsolete inventory and ensure continuous supply ● Partner with Business Systems and other business stakeholders on continuous improvement of purchasing processes and systems ● Work with suppliers in procurement of off-the-shelf parts and manufactured parts ensuring proper authorization of the spend ● Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence & compliance with Ample’s processes and policies ● Navigate dynamic environment of rolling / changing build plans ● Track costing across Ample’s major systems and subsystems to identify cost opportunities QUALIFICATIONS: ● BS or MS degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field of discipline or equivalent experience ● 2 + years’ experience in direct material sourcing, purchasing, inventory management or material planning in a manufacturing and/or Engineering/R&D and/or New Product Introduction (NPI) environment ● Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management ● Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and MS Excel, including ability to maintain and enhance reports to deliver clear-to-build status, material coverage, run-out reports and other analyses at product or sub-assembly level ● Self-starter with the ability to manage end-to-end purchasing cycle, including generating requisitions, Purchase Order (PO) creation, PO follow-up, goods reception and final payment We are an Equal Opportunity and E-verified Employer and promote cultural diversity.
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to advance the development on an innovative product to reduce the risk of thromboembolic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. He/she is responsible for supporting yield, efficiency, and ergonomic improvements to processing techniques and assembly procedures to ensure cost effective, reliable, and reproducible final product assembly.
Description of Work • Build and pack out product using good manufacturing process and clean room procedures • Help improve manufacturing processes, fixtures, inspections, documentation, and specifications • Test and inspect device components and assemblies (e. g. tensile, visual, dimensional specs) • Assist in CER cleaning, maintenance, and organization
• Assist in receiving and inspection, testing of new/revised procedures • Support other departments as needed Required Skills & Experience High school diploma 10 years relevant experience in medical devices • Focus that the Company's products are of the highest level of quality and reliability; creating outputs that document the continual product quality improvements • Knowledge and use of production equipment and devices process techniques (laser welding, adhesive bonding, media blasting, hot box bonding) Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, diagrams, flow charts, and CAD drawings Good attention to detail and organization Clear verbal communication Work well with others Flexible
and adaptable - comfortable working in a dynamic environment Must be able to work in a controlled cleanroom environment: gowning/hygiene requirements The anticipated salary range for this position is $19.23 - $30.96 per hour About Laminar Laminar is a clinical stage medical device company advancing transseptal left atrial appendage (LAA) closure.
The LAA is a small pouch in the left atrium of the heart that is a major contributor to thromboembolic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. It has developmental, ultra-structural, and physiological characteristics distinct from the left atrium proper. Growing incidence of atrial fibrillation and medical device developments have rapidly expanded the market.
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