Buyer

About the Company

Our client is a comprehensive analytics platform that enables organizations to accelerate innovation by simplifying data engineering, machine learning, and analytics at scale.

Job Overview

We are seeking an organized and results-driven Buyer to join our expanding Procurement team. This position requires managing a substantial volume of procurement requests, collaborating with internal teams and external suppliers, and ensuring timely execution of purchase orders and contracts. The ideal candidate performs well in fast-paced settings, values operational excellence, and can effectively handle multiple demands with little supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a large volume of procurement intake requests from various business stakeholders.
• Evaluate purchase requisitions for completeness and adherence to policy guidelines.
• Procure routine goods and services by soliciting supplier quotations and assessing price competitiveness.
• Generate, issue, and oversee purchase orders, referred to as "ZIP Requests."
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Accounts Payable, and business teams to facilitate contract finalizations and purchasing activities.
• Track procurement requests through to completion, providing proactive status updates.
• Address and resolve invoice, purchase order, and payment discrepancies among Accounts Payable, internal stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Monitor procurement service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely task completion.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and system records.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements to streamline procurement and reduce manual tasks.

Qualifications and Skills

• 3 to 6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain functions.
• Proven background in supporting high-volume purchasing environments.
• Excellent organizational and project management capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing requests efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Close attention to detail with a focus on thorough follow-through.
• Competence with procurement platforms such as Coupa, ZIP, SAP Ariba, Oracle, Workday, or similar systems.
• Experience using contract management databases like IronClad or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools is preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to procurement processes within high-growth technology companies.
• Understanding of procurement policies and purchasing controls.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams.
• Familiarity with supplier onboarding and vendor management procedures.

Success Metrics for the First 90 Days

• Manage procurement requests independently while consistently meeting SLA deadlines.
• Establish strong working relationships with key business stakeholders.
• Accelerate procurement cycle times through proactive communication and rapid issue resolution.
• Maintain high accuracy in purchase orders, supplier data, and procurement filings.
• Implement at least one process improvement to enhance team efficiency.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation package is based on individual skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The pay scale is between $45 and $55 per hour. Full-time roles qualify for additional benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Note that this role is contracted and remote, with a duration of six months.