Global Operations Rotation Program

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About the role:

The Global Operations Rotational Program (ORP) is an 18-month leadership development experience that provides the foundation for a successful end-to-end operational supply chain career. Program cohorts participate in 6-month rotations in various functional areas such as Planning & Forecasting, Sourcing & Supply Chain Program Management, as well as Project Management & Digital Transformation to develop a deep understanding of the full value chain. The program provides the opportunity to design and implement new processes, develop subject matter expertise, opportunities to network with executive leadership, and contribute to Samsara’s business growth and profitability. Throughout the program, participants will work alongside a global team of seasoned professionals, have access to Samsara’s learning and development resources, and benefit from Samsara’s company events such as diversity & inclusion and health & wellbeing. At the end of the program, participants will have the option to select their preferred role within the broader Operations organization based on business needs. Candidates must have an interest in learning how an operations team works together cohesively to support the broader company’s success and provide a competitive advantage in today’s tough macroeconomic environment.

The rotation program is 18 months in total (6 months on 3 teams) and the cohort will start in August of 2025. This role is only eligible for second-year MBA students or second-year Master students with an emphasis in Supply Chain, Planning, Operations, or equivalent who are looking for full-time jobs after graduation. We will not be accepting undergraduate students for this role at this time. This is a fully remote position. This role is open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin Metro, Boulder Metro, California, Chicago Metro, Connecticut, Dallas Metro, Denver Metro, Houston Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Seattle Metro.

In this role, you will:

• Analyze the tradeoffs of cost, quality, and responsiveness throughout Samsara’s increasingly complex supply chain, from materials procurement to last-mile delivery
• Develop a deep understanding of Samsara’s vendor base in order to anticipate industry trends and track competitive forces for materials and logistics to help us build a more resilient and sustainable supply chain
• Adopt negotiation strategies to create optimal terms for sourcing to ensure business continuity while maintaining quality for hardware components, finished goods, freight rates, and warehousing services
• Build key relationships with cross-functional stakeholders in Engineering, Product Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Finance, and Customer Success
• Develop a deep understanding of new product introduction (NPI) launches and operational implementation, as well as the associated financial impacts
• Drive cross-functional projects focused on the Integrated Business Planning process and actively consolidate supply chain insights for senior leadership decision-making
• Conduct analytics on process value optimization, cost opportunities and risks, market intelligence and international dynamics to inform Samsara’s product and operational roadmap
• Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Pursuing an MBA degree with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Finance, Economics or equivalent, with expected graduation in 2025.
• 4+ years of prior experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or supply chain
• Demonstrated experience and interest in Supply Chain, Planning, and Operations either in previous work experience or coursework/projects in their MBA or Master's degree program
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience
• High proficiency with G-Suite products
• Strong analytical, research, and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail while never losing sight of the big picture
• A proactive, positive approach to problem-solving while dealing with ambiguity, changing priorities, and business volatility
• Strong commitment to a career in operations or supply chain
• Exceptional team player mentality

An ideal candidate also has:

• Strong understanding of ERP systems, Salesforce, Tableau, and planning systems (e.g. E2Open)
• Strategic program and project management experience
• Demonstrated experience in simplifying complex information to multiple stakeholders
• Desire to build relationships with multiple cross-functional teams
• Experience and drive to engage in complex negotiations
• Intellectual curiosity with an ability to learn quickly
• Passion for technology and operations
• Programming capabilities (SQL, Python)

At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.

Benefits

Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.

Accommodations

Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or click hereif you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.

Flexible Working

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

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