Purchasing Operations Manager at Aurorainnovation

Who we are Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone. At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn. The Business Process Manager will be a key leader responsible for driving operational excellence for the newly integrated Global Purchasing and Supply Chain (GPSC) organization. This role will focus on assessing process effectiveness, establishing a robust data-driven culture through advanced dashboards, and leading cross-functional improvements. This role will transition our rapidly scaling organization from manual workflows to a high-performance, automated powerhouse. You will be the architect of the supply chain processes, owning the organizational "Playbook" and acting as the primary business stakeholder for critical system enhancements, ensuring all processes are scalable and SOX-compliant. In this role you will Process Documentation & Maintenance: Own design and maintenance of the GPSC "Playbook" by conducting regular assessments of purchasing and supply chain workflows to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks. ensure all SOPs, process maps, and policy documentations are scalable, data-driven, and audit-ready. • KPI & Dashboard Ownership: Design and automated deployment of real-time dashboards and KPI metrics to ensure a "Single Source of Truth" that transitions the organization from reactive reporting to proactive, actionable insights for leadership. • System Transformation & Automation: Serve as the lead business stakeholder for ERP enhancements, defining functional requirements and driving automation to eliminate manual reporting and close process gaps. • Cross-Functional Optimization: Identify and resolve process bottlenecks by executing process improvements that reduce manual data entry and streamline information flow between teams. • SOX Compliance & Control Design: Partner with Internal Audit to architect, implement, and monitor robust SOX controls, owning the documentation and quarterly self-testing to ensure 100% audit readiness. • Digital Innovation: Proactively identify and integrate emerging technologies, including AI-based tools, to enhance business processes, predictive reporting, and overall organizational efficiency. Required qualifications • 7+ years of experience driving supply chain process optimization and design, specifically within high-growth technology or manufacturing industries. • 4+ years of experience in business process mapping (ie. Lucidchart, Visio, Miro) within a hardware environment. • Direct experience with SOX audits and a deep understanding of internal control frameworks. • Mastery of ERP (ie. NetSuite) and P2P (ie. Coupa) platforms. • Proficient in SQL/Python and data visualization tools (ie. Looker Studio, Tableau, Power BI, or Mode). • Practical experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement frameworks to supply chain workflows. • Exceptional ability to map information flow with upstream/downstream impacts and manage the relationship between multiple cross-functional systems and tools Desirable qualifications • Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field. • Six Sigma Certification. • Experience across multiple supply chain domains • Passion for continuous improvement with the curiosity to uncover gaps, resilience to manage ambiguity, and drive to optimize processes and create solutions • Forward-thinking approach and tenacity to anticipate risks/opportunities and proactively drive towards the desired outcomes The base salary range for this position is $147,000 - $200,000 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits. Working at Aurora At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks. We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week. Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom. 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