Supply Chain Lead

Location: San Francisco Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 25, 2026 Last posted March 25, 2026
Job description

At Kargo, our mission is to build a connective tissue between the physical world of freight and the digital ecosystem used to manage it. We believe that advancements in smart infrastructure are critical to enabling a safer and more efficient future for logistics.  Our loading dock sensor platform verifies all incoming and outgoing freight, aggregating data that enables shippers and carriers to efficiently manage dock operations, switch out suppliers and understand material flow in real time. 

We care deeply about delivering the best solutions for our customers. As a member of the Kargo team, you will have the opportunity to develop and deploy tomorrow’s hardware & software solutions and help revolutionize logistics.

Responsibilities

  • Demand Planning - Develop accurate demand forecasts partnering with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Operations and Leadership. 
  • Strategic Sourcing - Manage strategic sourcing initiatives such as supplier evaluation and partner management. Responsible for the full product lifecycle from selection to delivery, and managing quality assurance initiatives. 
  • Procurement / Inventory Management - Responsible for cost reduction, contract negotiations, purchase orders, and maintaining satisfactory inventory levels.
  • Logistics - Coordinate all logistics related activities including management of air, ocean, and customs brokerage. 
  • Travel - Once a month to visit suppliers in China and Taiwan.

Experience

  • 5+ years experience supply chain.
  • Technical background in engineering or manufacturing preferred.
  • Proven track record managing redundant supply chains and cost avoidance without sacrificing quality.
  • Manufacturing or Industrial Logistics domain expertise preferred.
  • Experience in enterprise-level material planning (ERP) and associated tools preferred.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Mandarin speaking proficiency, spoken and written.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.

Kargo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

About this role

Summary

Manage demand forecasting, sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships in supply chain.

Job title

Supply Chain Lead

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

logistics

Location requirements

San Francisco based, travel to China and Taiwan required

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

supply chaindemand forecastingnegotiationinventory managementERPMandarin

Preferred skills

engineeringmanufacturingindustrial logisticsmaterial planning

Specializations

demand planningsourcinglogisticsinventory management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Francisco, CA, USA

On-site City