Job Description

Amazon RIVR is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real-world doorstep delivery. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin-off, RIVR developed wheeled-legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors, and uneven urban terrain. We believe that achieving general physical intelligence requires solving real customer problems in the real world, where robots can learn from rich operational data at scale.

Following our acquisition by Amazon in March 2026, we are continuing this mission with greater reach and speed. By combining custom robot hardware, onboard autonomy, and cloud-based coordination, Amazon RIVR is building the next generation of safe, reliable autonomous robots for last-mile delivery

We’re looking for a senior buyer role as a member of RIVR’S Supply Chain and Manufacturing team
In this role, you will be independently responsible for the purchasing activity of : 1) the following commodities on RIVR’s robot: PCBs, Rubber part, Robot-body and Cables 2) Manufacturing equipment, tools and outsource services.

What you’ll be doing

• You need to effectively communicate with the engineering team in China (mainly) as well as in RIVR-HQ to understand parts’ technical requirements.
• Identify the supplier pool of parts, establish contact with potential suppliers and arrange technical review for the technical team.
• Proceed with quotations for mass production and cost negotiation. Maintain proper documentation.
• Lead contract negotiation with suppliers and release PO according to the production plan.
• Closely track suppliers’ part delivery status ( on time, on quality)
• Maintain supplier relationships and continuously gain industrial insight from suppliers and feed into the engineering backlog.
• Monitor and identify the supply chain markets’ risk for instance the shortage and price surge of certain raw materials; Propose mitigation plan accordingly.
• Support the ERP system implementation.
• Maintain and identify the improvements needed on the supply chain management process, standards, document templates and workflows.

What you must have

• Bachelor or above degree in Engineering or Business management, From Chinese “211” or “985” categories of University.
• At least 3 years of experience in volume production projects in e-bike, consumer electronics, automotive.
• Understanding of the Classic purchasing process.
• Abundant cost and contract negotiation experience and have your own understanding.
• At least 2 complete independent projects experience bringing a product from concept phase to volume production phase.
• Proactive spirit, willing to take on tasks that’s challenging and complicated.
• A strong will to take lead in seemingly chaotic and challenging projects.
• Good reading and writing and English skills.

Get some bonus points

• Startup company working experience, especially in the early stage.
• Equipment or production line automation project experience.
• Cost analysis skill.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Fluent English speaking skills.

RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If you’re passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team. We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.
RIVR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that values every perspective. If you’re passionate about driving innovation in robotics and creating meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique self to our team.
We believe the best work is done when collaborating and therefore require in-person presence in our office locations.