Operations Manager (Hardware & Global Deployment) at Mecka.ai

ABOUT MECKA AI Mecka AI is building the data infrastructure layer for robotics and embodied AI. We design, manufacture, and deploy camera systems, sensors, and data capture hardware that operate in real-world environments and power next-generation robotics and AI models. Our hardware is deployed globally, and execution across manufacturing, logistics, and deployment is critical to our success. THE ROLE We're hiring an Operations Manager based in Shenzhen, China to own hardware operations, logistics, supplier relationships, and global deployments. This is a hands-on operator role for someone who has worked close to hardware production and understands how things actually get built, shipped, and deployed. You will sit between our hardware engineering team, suppliers, and global partners to ensure hardware moves smoothly from factory → warehouse → deployment. This role is execution-heavy and requires strong judgment, ownership, and follow-through. WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON HARDWARE PRODUCTION & SUPPLY CHAIN - Support production and rollout of cameras, sensors, and data capture equipment - Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers in China - Track production timelines, BOM changes, and build readiness - Identify risks and bottlenecks early and resolve them quickly GLOBAL LOGISTICS & SHIPPING - Own end-to-end logistics for shipping hardware to partner countries worldwide - Coordinate international shipping, customs, and import/export requirements - Optimize shipping timelines and costs across regions - Ensure hardware arrives on time and ready for deployment SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT & NEGOTIATION - Manage relationships with hardware suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors - Negotiate pricing, lead times, MOQs, and service agreements - Source new suppliers as needed to support scaling and redundancy - Maintain clear documentation and agreements with partners DEPLOYMENT & CROSS-TEAM COORDINATION - Coordinate hardware readiness for deployments with field and ops teams - Communicate closely with the hardware engineering team on production and build changes - Support deployment logistics and on-the-ground execution when needed PROCESS & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE - Build and improve operational processes for production, logistics, and inventory - Maintain clear documentation and reporting for leadership - Continuously improve speed, reliability, and cost efficiency WHO YOU ARE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE - Proven experience in hardware operations, manufacturing, or supply chain - Hands-on experience working with hardware production in China - Strong understanding of production workflows, BOMs, and build processes - Experience coordinating with engineering teams on hardware builds and changes YOU ARE - A strong operator with a bias toward execution - Comfortable owning problems end-to-end - Highly organized and detail-oriented - Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple moving parts - Clear communicator between technical and non-technical teams STRONG PLUS - Experience supporting global hardware deployments - Familiarity with cameras, sensors, or electronics manufacturing - Experience negotiating supplier contracts and agreements