Procurement Specialist - Transportation and CMF (Contract)

Lightship

San Francisco, CA, United States

Posted on: 2023-09-21

Category: emobility

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Intermediate

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup launched in 2020 by Tesla alumni that is bringing the $26B recreational vehicle industry into the electric age. Based in San Francisco and Boulder, Lightship is designing and producing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer that liberates travelers from the noise, emissions, and range anxiety of gas RVing.

Overview

Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.

Honoring Diverse Perspectives

Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.

Lightship is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Specialist with a strong background in transportation and product development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services, negotiating contracts with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of materials/products with a focus on materials to finish the interior and exterior of Lightship’s vehicle. The Procurement Specialist will also be responsible for working closely with product development and design teams to ensure the successful development of our vehicles that meet quality, design and cost standards. This role requires sourcing materials that meet Engineering requirements as well as sourcing from more sustainable suppliers including but are not limited to textile, composites, metal, glass between other material suppliers.

This contract role is for 20 hours/week for 6 months.

Employee Benefits & Philosophy - Applies to Full Time

- Healthcare, Dental, Vision (full time only)

- 401k

- Unlimited Paid Time Off that we actually want you to use! 3-4 weeks is common at Lightship.

-12 weeks paid parental leave

- $2,000 per year towards an RV trip of your own, we call this a LightTrip (full time only)

Lightship offers all of its employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance and covers 100% of the insurance premium. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.

Onsite/Hybrid Work

Most roles at Lightship require onsite work from our offices Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, though some roles may require all days in office. Speak to the hiring manager to learn more.

Responsibilities

Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with suppliers for a range of goods and services, with a focus on sustainability and product development

Collaborate with the supply chain team on procurement strategies between finishing materials and structural components

Execute relevant purchase orders for materials and any relevant reliability or quality testing

Ensure the timely delivery of products and materials to meet project deadlines

Collaborate with product development and design teams to ensure the successful launch of our vehicles that meet quality and design standards

Manage supplier relationships and resolve any issues that may arise

Conduct market research and analysis to identify new suppliers and negotiate better pricing

Develop and implement purchasing strategies to maximize cost savings MOQs and minimize supply chain disruptions

Monitor and report on key performance metrics to senior management

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to procurement, supply chain management, and sustainability

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

5+ years of experience in purchasing and supply chain management, with a strong focus on transportation and product development

Proven experience negotiating contracts with suppliers and managing supplier relationships

Strong knowledge of transportation and logistics practices, including import/export regulations

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong project management skills and attention to detail

Familiarity with sustainability practices and an understanding of the importance of sourcing sustainable materials

Experience with Jira is preferred but not required

Experience with Netsuite is preferred but not required

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