Lab Operations & Procurement Specialist

Fremont, CAOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 day agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

technical procurement
lab operations
hardware sourcing
vendor quotes
BOMs
inventory records
Purchase Orders
budget tracking
Google Sheets
Microsoft Excel

Nice to have

R&D laboratory
test environments
workflow optimization
automation
CAPEX
OPEX

Role summary

Delart is seeking a Lab Operations & Procurement Specialist to manage the sourcing, procurement, and inventory of lab equipment and components for advanced R&D labs. This role involves managing the full procurement cycle, evaluating vendor quotes, maintaining inventory records, coordinating logistics, and implementing process automations, particularly using AI tools. The specialist will support lab operations and technicians, requiring strong technical acumen, spreadsheet proficiency, and meticulous attention to detail. The position is based onsite within a technology/R&D organization.

About the job

Delart is home to a team of world-class engineers and project leaders dedicated to developing the next generation of advanced networking technologies, consumer devices, and innovative technology solutions. Trusted by some of the world’s leading technology companies, we deliver highly scalable, mission-critical solutions that power both consumer and business applications globally. Since our founding in 2017, we have been at the forefront of designing cutting-edge networking, telecommunications, and consumer products, while driving end-to-end project execution and creating transformative technology applications.

About the job Delart is home to a team of world-class engineers and project leaders dedicated to developing the next generation of advanced networking technologies, consumer devices, and innovative technology solutions. Trusted by some of the world's leading technology companies, we deliver highly scalable, mission-critical solutions that power both consumer and business applications globally. Since our founding in 2017, we have been at the forefront of designing cutting-edge networking, telecommunications, and consumer products, while driving end-to-end project execution and creating transformative technology applications.

Overview Join a dynamic Lab Operations team as a Lab Operations & Procurement Specialist, driving the sourcing, procurement, and inventory management that enables advanced R&D labs to operate efficiently. You will play a key role in equipping multi-site engineering environments, leveraging technical hardware knowledge and process automation—especially using AI tools—to streamline lab operations and documentation.

Responsibilities (but not limited to)

Manage the complete procurement cycle for lab equipment, devices, components, and consumables, from requirements gathering and quoting to ordering and delivery.

Solicit and evaluate vendor quotes based on price, lead time, and technical suitability; recommend optimal solutions.

Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering requests for technical accuracy prior to purchase commitments.

Maintain rigorous inventory records of lab assets and spare parts across multiple facilities; verify available stock before initiating new orders.

Maintain accurate records and documentation for all Purchase Orders, backorders, returns, and RMAs; support budgeting and financial tracking for multiple programs.

Coordinate with internal Logistics and external vendors to ensure timely shipping, receiving, and cross-site transfers.

Develop and maintain procurement and inventory trackers, documentation systems, and implement AI-assisted automations for workflow efficiency.

Support Lab Manager and Lab Technicians in day-to-day lab operations, including equipment setup and deployment in a diverse technical environment.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of direct experience in technical procurement, lab operations, hardware sourcing, or a related role within a technology or R&D organization.

Demonstrated hands-on experience procuring lab hardware and components from both domestic and international vendors.

Sufficient technical acumen to review and validate BOMs, part specifications, and engineering documentation.

Advanced proficiency in managing complex spreadsheets for procurement, inventory, and budget tracking (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel).

Exceptional skills in data organization, process documentation, and meticulous attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting R&D laboratory or test environments with a broad array of hardware types.

Involvement in workflow/process optimization or automation, including leveraging AI tools for tracking and reporting.

Familiarity with CAPEX vs. OPEX classification and the end-to-end requisition-to-PO process, ensuring compliance with approved budgets.

Advanced expertise with collaborative workflow and project tracking tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or equivalent platforms. Benefits

Benefits

Delart provides competitive benefits and compensation across all regions where we operate. In the United States, our benefits package includes premium PPO and HMO medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA), life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, a company-matched 401(k) plan, and a generous paid time off policy.

Join us in shaping the future of technology. Apply today!

Delart is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees. We strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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