Procurement Lead

Rainmaker

$80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or related field (Master's is a plus)
  • 2+ years in supply chain/procurement in a similar industry
  • Experience sourcing production parts from domestic suppliers across various commodities
  • Proven experience managing high-impact supplier relationships
  • Ability to relocate to El Segundo, CA if not local
  • Proficiency in Excel and Netsuite ERP
  • Strong time management and multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end procurement for production parts, ensuring timely delivery
  • Call suppliers urgently to address part risks and coordinate logistics promptly
  • Source, qualify, and negotiate agreements with domestic suppliers
  • Manage procurement activities in NetSuite/Cofactr and collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Proactively identify and communicate supply chain risks before they impact production
  • Bring structure and urgency to procurement while handling multiple programs and commodities

Benefits

  • Significant stock options with high potential upside as an early-stage company
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Relocation assistance provided if applicable
  • Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid parental leave for both parents
  • Lunch provided in-office and fully stocked kitchenette
  • Free electric vehicle (EV) charging at headquarters
Full Job Description
In this role you will be leading all the procurement and sourcing across the company.

What You'll Do

  • Own end-to-end procurement for production parts (PCBAs, composites, machined components, sheet metal, and more) - from sourcing through delivery to the dock, with full accountability for getting parts here on time
  • Call suppliers directly and urgently when parts are at risk, keep following up until they ship, and coordinate with the logistics team to arrange expedited pickup or delivery when that's the fastest path
  • Source, qualify, and manage high-impact domestic supplier relationships, negotiating multi-year strategic agreements that secure cost, capacity, and lead-time performance
  • Manage procurement activity in NetSuite/Cofactr, partner cross-functionally with engineering and production, and proactively flag supply chain risks before they hit the line
  • Bring structure and urgency to procurement as we scale, juggling multiple commodities and programs at once without dropping the ball


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, business, or other related field (Master's is a plus)
  • 2+ years of experience in supply chain/procurement in a similar industry
  • Experience sourcing production parts from the domestic supply chain in commodities like PCBAs, composites, machined components, sheet metal, etc.
  • Experience managing high-impact supplier relationships in the domestic supply chain
  • Ability to relocate, if not already local, to be onsite in El Segundo, CA
  • Proficiency in Excel and experience with Netsuite ERP
  • Effective time management and multitasking skills; addressing all tasks with a sense of urgency


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience negotiating muti-year strategic supplier agreements
  • 2+ years of experience working in a small/growing team in a fast-paced, start-up environment


$80,000 - $120,000 a year

Benefits:
  • Significant stock options with high potential upside as an early-stage company
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
  • Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid parental leave for both parents
  • Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette
  • Free EV charging at the HQ


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