Assistant Manager - Inventory - Robotics Labs

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

We need an Assistant Manager to own and scale the robotics data collection operation across APAC, building end‑to‑end workflows, QA pipelines, and performance systems. You’ll lead a lean field team, manage vendors and inventory, and drive automation while partnering directly with senior leadership.

Role Snapshot

• Lead APAC robotics data operations
• Build end‑to‑end workflows & QA pipelines
• Manage hardware & software inventory
• Drive operational metrics & reporting
• Automate manual processes with AI tools
• Hire, mentor, and lead a lean field team
• Own vendor and field‑coordinator relationships

Must-Have Requirements

• Operations management (4+ years)
• Hardware inventory tracking
• Software license management
• Data reporting & metrics
• Google Sheets proficiency
• AI automation tool usage
• operations management
• team building
• inventory management

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Startup environment experience
• startup environment

Work Setup

• Location: Bengaluru, India
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Travel: Frequent travel across APAC, including international flights
• Employment type: Full-Time

Application Requirements

• Describe the hardest operational problem you have ever solved

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Remote eligibility
• Education requirement
• Certifications
• Notice period

What You'll Likely Work On

• Build and scale operations workflows and QA pipelines across India and APAC
• Hire, mentor, and lead a lean field team of workers and coordinators
• Automate manual processes using AI‑powered automation platforms
• Own vendor relationships, field coordinators, and delivery logistics
• Manage hardware distribution, software licenses, and device handovers/offboarding
• Report operational metrics and performance data via Google Sheets

Good Fit If You Have

• Passion for robotics/AI data infrastructure
• Thrives in fast‑paced, high‑ownership environments
• Strong analytical mindset with metric‑driven decision making
• Willingness to travel frequently and stand up new markets
• Experience working in startup environments