Buyer - Directs (Contract)

📋 Description

• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and understand price trends and
• Support sourcing initiatives, including RFx processes, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Drive cost, lead-time, and efficiency improvements with measurable KPIs.
• Capture business requirements and translate them into clear commercial packages.
• Negotiate optimal commercial terms (pricing, payment terms, lead times, Ts & Cs).
• Conduct price analysis and cost-breakdown validation to ensure fair and equitable pricing.

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years of direct procurement experience, ideally in manufacturing, robotics, technology
• Proven experience working within scaling direct procurement functions.
• Degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM or ISM-CPSM certification desirable.
• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and negotiation frameworks.
• Awareness of export controls (including EAR) relevant to robotics and technology.

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
• Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events
• Collaboration with top-tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in robotics
• Startup culture prioritizing speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy