Director, Supply Chain Operations · Arc

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:19:33 GMT
Operations

Arc · Torrance, CA · $230,000 · onsite

What we're building

Every idea starts with a problem. Ours was simple: Boats are special , but they're loud, pollutant, unreliable, and stuck in the past. Gas-powered boats dominate not because they're great, but because no better option has existed. Until now.

Arc is here to change that. We're building 100% electric boats from the ground up , quicker, quieter, easier to maintain, and better for the water they ride on. We're not just swapping gas for batteries. We're rethinking every detail on the boat , from propulsion and powertrain to software and ownership model , applying first-principles engineering from aerospace and EVs to deliver a better boating experience.

Electric boats haven't taken over yet. The tech hasn't been ready. The talent hasn't been focused here. That's our opportunity , and we're moving fast.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for a Director of Supply Chain who is fired up by our mission and ready to build the function end-to-end at a fast-scaling hardware startup. This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll operate as both a strategic leader and a day-to-day operator , personally driving critical supplier decisions, building scalable systems, and developing a high-performing, lean team.

You will be charged with ensuring Arc's supply chain scales reliably as we ramp production across recreational (Sport, Coast) and commercial product lines. This is a full-time, on-site role at our Los Angeles headquarters. You'll report to our Head of Operations and work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance as a key member of the Operations leadership team.

Core responsibilities

Supply Base & Strategy

Source and qualify suppliers across EV components and marine materials to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets

Lead supplier negotiations (pricing, terms, agreements) and manage ongoing performance (scorecards, reviews)

Build a resilient supply base (dual sourcing, lead time reduction, risk mitigation)

Drive make vs. buy decisions and align supply chain to product roadmaps across the business

Planning, Inventory & Logistics

Own demand translation into procurement and inventory strategy, balancing lead times, MOQs, and working capital

Define and maintain inventory levels and warehouse operations (layout, systems, cycle counts)

Manage inbound logistics, carrier relationships, and freight cost/reliability

Execution, Systems & NPI

Own supply chain performance (OTD, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, supplier quality) and build the systems to support it

Ensure data integrity and reporting across ERP/MRP systems

Lead supply chain readiness for new products (sourcing, prototypes, risk assessment)

Team Leadership

Build and lead a lean, high-performing team across procurement, planning, logistics, and warehouse

Hire and develop talent with a high bar for ownership and output

Establish clear structure and operating cadence as the team scales

Basic qualifications

8+ years of supply chain experience spanning procurement, planning, and/or logistics, with at least 4 years in a leadership role

Experience sourcing and managing suppliers of complex electromechanical components (e.g., motors, power electronics, battery modules, or similar)

Background in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments , startup or scale-up experience strongly preferred with a track record of building or significantly improving supply chain systems, processes, or teams

Bonus qualifications

Experience in the marine, EV, or adjacent high-performance hardware industries

Familiarity with global inbound logistics and customs/import compliance

Experience scaling a supply chain function through a production ramp

Our values

We move with urgency and build with care. We value these five things above all else:

Ownership over both your work and the company's success

Empathy for colleagues and for customers

Humility in problem solving and collaboration

Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly

Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, and perspectives

What we offer

We don't think great work happens by accident. We invest in the people building Arc , because when you're supported, you do your best work.

Salary: $230,000

Ownership – Equity in Arc

99% employer-paid health coverage – Medical, dental, and vision

Arc Water Fund – Annual stipend to get out on the water, however you choose

Captain Training – Get certified to take the boat out with friends and family

401(k) access – Plan your future

Semi-annual bonuses – Tied to your impact, not just your tenure

Daily team lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite

Parental leave – Because family comes first

Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.