Procurement

RETHINK MANUFACTURING  

The only way to ignite change is to build the best team. At Bright Machines®, we’re innovators and experts in our craft who have joined together to create a new category of manufacturing that will help transform the industry. We believe software and data are the answer, thoughtfully applied to solve our customers’ unique challenges. Through intelligent automation, we give factories newfound flexibility, scalability, and resilience. We deliver products to meet the demands of today while building a platform to take advantage of what comes next.  

Working with us means you’ll have the opportunity to make lasting, impactful changes for our company and our customers. If you’re ready to apply your exceptional skills to create the factory of the future, we’d love to speak with you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a Procurement Specialist who plays a crucial role in efficiently managing the supply chain purchase orders, ensuring the timely acquisition of materials and services necessary for the organization's optimal functioning. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that procurement needs are effectively met, maintaining a high level of quality and efficiency in all procurement operations. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Prepare accurate and comprehensive purchase orders, ensuring proper specification of required products or services, necessary quantities, and established delivery deadlines.
• Constantly track delivery dates committed by suppliers, identifying, and proactively managing any deviations or delays in delivery.
• Supervise and manage backlog lines to ensure no interruptions in supply, implementing corrective measures and mitigation strategies, as necessary.
• Develop comprehensive solutions for the efficient use and management of consumables and high-rotation items, optimizing inventories and reducing associated costs.
• Serve as the primary service contact for individuals in the plant, acting as the face of the supply chain service and providing support and assistance in all procurement and sourcing-related matters.
• Collaborate closely with other departments, such as integration, warehouse, sourcing, material planning and logistics, to ensure effective integration of procurement activities with operational processes.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with suppliers, and building strong relationships based on trust and collaboration.
• Conduct periodic analysis of supplier and market performance, identifying improvement and optimization opportunities in the procurement process.
• Stay updated on trends and best practices in the field of supply chain management, continually seeking ways to improve and optimize procurement operations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related field.
• Previous experience in similar procurement roles (1-2 years of experience)
• Solid knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management,  and inventory management.
• Advanced interpersonal communication skills, ability to build strong relationships and work effectively in teams.
• Results-oriented and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and demanding environment.
• Proficiency in computer tools and supply chain management systems.
• Fluency in English

WHO YOU ARE

• You are customer obsessed
• You believe in the power of a team, diversity of thought, and unity of action
• You always act with integrity, keep your commitments, and practice transparency
• You think boldly, lead with courage, and demand the highest standards
• You drive for results, and act like an owner!