Purchasing Specialist

About Us: iFixit is the nexus of a global community showing people how to fix the things they own. We believe that we can make the world better by empowering people to take control of the things they own. We are the world's foremost experts in repair, and we've set the gold-standard for online repair documentation. Every day we help thousands of people fix their stuff, and we’re on a mission to help millions more.

Job Description: The Purchasing Specialist is an additional position we’re adding to our procurement team as iFixit continues to grow. You’ll be working within our procurement team and coordinating with other departments to ensure their product and supply needs are met.

Job Responsibilities

• Use sales reporting to plan and create purchase orders in our NetSuite ERP system.
• Create and maintain an efficient plan for material replenishment to avoid stock outs while managing economic order quantities.
• Maintain accurate information in the ERP system including cost, lead times, supplier information, etc on purchased items.
• Input order confirmations and tracking while following up with suppliers on open orders, unconfirmed orders, past due items, etc.
• Track estimated receipt dates and communicate real-time updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate logistics and work with our logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Obtain and review supplier quotations and make recommendations and/or take action.
• On occasion negotiate price on non-contracted items to drive cost savings.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment of invoices and/or receipt of credits.
• Resolve discrepancies with, but not limited to, invoices and material receipts with correct item, quality, quantity, pricing, delays, etc.
• Proactively look ahead using various forecasting techniques to minimize any negative impacts to the business.
• Support internal customers by proactively communicating any supply problems which may impact business operations and taking action to expedite and monitor.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
  
  

Job Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Buying, Purchasing, or Procurement role. Prior experience in inventory management and/or warehouse roles is beneficial. Hands-on experience with procurement using a formal MRP system is preferred, with extra bonus points for experience with NetSuite.
• Proficient in GSuite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs) and MS Excel.
• Self-starter with ability to drive continuous improvement, meet timeliness and objectives.
• Ability to negotiate, influence, and win respect.
• Ability to make timely decisions and take action.
• Demonstrate professionalism in oral and written communication.
• Ability to manage a high volume of administrative work and be conscientious, detail oriented, and diligent in accomplishing duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to efficiently generate spreadsheet information and summarize data into readable and actionable reports.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Must be able to work autonomously as well as part of a geographically distributed team.
  
  

iFixit’s Expansion to Chattanooga: Our roots are in the California technology startup world, but our passion is tinkering. We are thrilled to be joining the making and manufacturing culture of Tennessee.

We are excited to have moved into our eastern distribution hub and headquarters! We've built a 50,000 square foot flagship location blocks from downtown in the historic Onion Bottom neighborhood on 12th street.

Read more about our plans.

iFixit is an awesome place to work. Here are some of our perks:

• A career where you will be actively working to make the world better.
• A repairable laptop, and any software you need.
• Full benefits package. Employer-paid health insurance through Anthem Blue Cross including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Plus a stipend toward coverage for your dependent(s).
• 401k plan with 4% employer match.
• Flexible vacation time + paid holidays.
• Dependent Care FSA.
• Generous stipends towards repair & wellness.
• $400 towards a bike or alternative method of transportation.
• A sweet pair of headphones to get your head in the game.
• Team member discounts on parts and tools.
• Charitable contribution matching! We'll 100% match your tax deductible contribution.
  
  

To Apply: Take a look at our website, ifixit.com, and familiarize yourself with our mission. Include a separate cover letter as a PDF telling us why you want this job. We’re especially interested in why your skills, qualities, and experience make you a good fit for our team. Both a resumé and a cover letter are required for this position.

We are looking to fill a position effective immediately, working 40 hours per week. Must be available to work a hybrid schedule, maintaining in-office presence at our Chattanooga location on core days (T-Th) at minimum. Some work outside of normal business hours will be required. Occasional travel to other iFixit locations in San Luis Obispo, CA and/or Stuttgart, Germany will be required for training and development.

Diversity Statement: When you go to a website like iFixit and scroll through the guides, it's easy to forget that there are tons of real people keeping all those bits and bytes running smoothly. But there are literally dozens of us! We're a diverse team, split between two continents—but we're united by a love of tinkering and repair.

iFixit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Because we are trying to everyone to fix every thing, we need a team as diverse as our online community. We believe that it takes people of all backgrounds to help us fix the world. Therefore, iFixit does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any of the other important characteristics that make us unique and valuable. iFixit participates in E-Verify.

iFixit is committed to creating a diverse team—not only in who we hire—but through creating a supportive environment for all of our team members based on mutual respect and inclusivity.