Buyer

Join The Power Movement As A Buyer

This individual will support the business for procurement needs with light negotiations, PO issuance, invoice resolution, order follow up and data analytics.

What you'll do:

• Create error-free high volume purchase orders up to authorized limits for raw materials, parts, subassemblies, finished goods, equipment, tooling, supplies, and/or services from suppliers in support of internal customer requirements
• Review and negotiate standard contract terms, coordinate with legal counsel where necessary to finalize contracts and statements of work
• Identify the best value supplier by issuing requests for quote and analyzing responses from suppliers
• Set up terms and accounts with new suppliers and complete data entry necessary to onboard the supplier into CFS systems
• Review and manage open orders with suppliers to ensure product arrives as expected
• Resolve invoice issues and ensure that vendors are paid on time
• Adhere to all supply chain policies, procedures, guidelines and instructions including those regarding the procurement of materials, intellectual property, and export compliance
• Purchase from both MRP and project/purchase requests under departmental guidelines
• Provide constant, clear, and timely updates to internal customers

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or other related fields
• 0-2 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or related role
• Ability to communicate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers in a collaborative way
• Ability to negotiate simple contracts
• Organizational and project management skills
• Customer service mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
• Exceptional creative problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrate integrity, respect, attention to detail, collaboration, creativity and agility
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic environment

Bonus points for:

• Master's degree in the field of Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or other related field
• Previous experience in a high growth environment
• Experience sourcing highly technical products or experience managing highly technical suppliers through contracting and delivery

Must-have requirements:

• Perform activities such as typing and sitting, for extended periods of time
• Dedication to safety to mitigate hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead, high voltage, and cryogenics
• Willingness to occasionally travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call

$70,000 - $120,000 a year Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include: competitive compensation with equity, 13 company-wide holidays, flexible vacation days, 10 sick days, generous parental leave policy, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, professional growth opportunities, team-building activities.