Procurement Specialist
Boulder, CO
Finance/Accounting /
Full-time /
On-site
At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join an incredible team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state of the art in quantum technologies that will transform computing performance.
We are seeking a Procurement Specialist who will be responsible for preparing and processing orders on behalf of Atom’s quantum technical teams to support system build activities and lab operations from our Boulder location. This role serves as key liaison between corporate functions and both technical and business partners to facilitate the timely procurement of equipment, inventory, lab supplies, services and other related materials. This role manages Atom’s supplier engagement and supply chain, processes purchase orders and leads optimization and issue resolution activities within the purchasing environment. This position is required to be on-site in Boulder, Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Job Requirements:
- Manage vendor onboarding and set up within the purchasing system and manage on-going relationships with established vendors
- Review purchase requisitions and convert them to purchase orders in the purchasing system, including review to ensure preferred suppliers are used and purchases comply with the Atom Computing purchasing policies and procedures
- Negotiate with suppliers for discounts and manage vendor catalogs
- Assist with tracking material orders to delivery and resolving any issues, including providing updates to requesters as needed
- Monitor vendor and spend trend and activity; identify areas for potential cost savings or efficiencies
- Conduct new employee training on Procurement policies and procedures and purchasing systems
- Collaborate with the Finance team and internal customers to resolve procure-to-pay issues, including receiving exceptions and invoice match exceptions
- Support upcoming integration of inventory control modules in Atom’s central ERP system, Oracle NetSuite
- Define and deploy cross-company inventory/equipment management and control processes including WIP/CIP measurement and spares consumption.
- Work with the Finance team in establishing purchasing policies and procedures and assist in monitoring and documenting controls.
- Maintain and promote strong relationships with internal and external customers
- Make improvements to processes and tools to enhance productivity
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Operations or Supply Chain Management is a plus but not required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Qualifications
- Strong project management skills with accurate attention to detail
- Proficient in MS Office and Excel, & Google Systems
- Experience with Netsuite systems a plus
- Experience with Asana systems a plus
- Solid understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) and inventory management workflows
- Supplier relationship management experience
- Clear, concise communicator with the ability to be direct while building and maintaining productive relationships and excellent written communication skills
- High energy, forward-thinking, self-driven and creative individual with high ethical standards and a positive and professional demeanor
- Ability to be flexible and able to function comfortably in a fast paced, changing and dynamic environment
Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical,
dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!
The base salary range for this position is between $75,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.
