Website AeroFarms
About the job
The world needs our help. By 2050, there will be 9 billion people on the planet with less arable land than ever before. We need a solution to cultivate more using less and define the future of farming for generations to come. At AeroFarms, we are on a mission to do just this, growing the best plants possible for the betterment of humanity. As we scale to new locations around the world, we are seeking a Procurement Assistant. Join us as we take vertical farming to new heights for the planet and for people everywhere.
Reporting to:
Head of Procurement
Location
Based out of our Newark NJ HQ Corporate office. (currently remote, move to flex schedule TBC) – no relocation available, must be based in the area.
Summary:
The Procurement Assistant will report to the Head of Procurement and will be responsible for working with various staff internally, contacting external suppliers/vendors to acquire quotes for goods and processing purchase orders.
Job Duties
- Generates Purchase Orders (PO’s)
- Communicates with stakeholders to understand requirements
- Communicates with suppliers to submit and follow-up on PO’s
- Track orders, from initial order to delivery
- Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
- Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
- Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
- Create a record of vendor evaluation on quality and delivery
- Direct report to the head of procurement with a dotted line reporting relationship to the senior manager of procurement and procurement specialist
Skills & Experience
- BS diploma, min. 3 years of experience in an administrative or clerical role
- BA/BS preferred.
- Experience supporting procurement and supply chain a huge plus
- Experience working in manufacturing/production type company a benefit (Food production even better)
- Experience supporting CAPEX projects also a plus – not essential
- MS office
- Strong communications skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Holds oneself to a high standard and expects that of others;
- Self-directed and proactive, but has the ability to take direction;
- Deliver under pressure and with changing deadlines flawlessly;
- Shares a passion for Food, Agriculture, the Environment, Sustainability and doing the right thing.
Benefits & Details
- Competitive base salary
- Bonus
- Equity
- 401k with match
- Medical, dental, vision, active day 1
- Delicious leafy green to eat
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