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We are searching for a Buyer to join our team @ Linear Labs Inc. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this position will work onsite at our facility in Fort Worth, TX. We are seeking a talented professional who can thrive in the dynamic environment of a start-up.

The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing various materials, supplies and/or equipment from an approved vendor list and utilize purchasing requisition information. Key objectives will be achieving/improving/exceeding targeted customer service levels, managing inventory levels and targets, and managing supply and demand within the Global supply chain

What You'll Do

- Work with management to monitor and maintain proper inventory levels and promptly act on purchasing materials and supplies when inventory is low.
- Issues purchase orders and releases; ensures that suppliers are accountable relative to on time delivery, quantity, quality, and price.
- Follow company purchasing guidelines, effectively monitor purchase orders; maintain orders, pricing, certificates, etc. in system.
- Set up new supplies and work with others in the selection and qualification of identifying new supplies.
- Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery. Advise internal team of changes in delivery dates or of possible alternative sources and recovery plans.
- Evaluate supplier performance and provide key information to management for vendor performance evaluation
- Work heavily within ERP system (NetSuite) performing daily tactical to strategic level activities. Order entry to creating and building workflows, for example.
- Coordinate all material orders for cross functional teams to support all company timelines.
- Maintain inventory of supplies, parts, assets and communicate to management status of inventory.
- Other responsibilities /duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Change Management, Purchasing, or equivalent job experience
- 2+ years of experience; highly prefer recent procurement experience or experience in support of an industrial goods/manufacturing operation
- Prior experience working in an ERP/MRP Environment highly preferred (experience with NetSuite is preferable)
- Strong technical skills including experience with Google Suite
- Experience in ISO9001 environment helpful but not required
- Experience in a start-up organization highly preferred
- Must be detailed oriented with strong communication and organizational skills
- Must be able to work in a fast paced, dynamic startup environment with competing priorities
- Able to change direction and adapt to change easily; must be flexible
- Must be able to “lean in” and take initiative
- Strong work ethic is essential
- Legal authorization to work in the United States

Benefits

- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k savings plan
- Flexible PTO benefits
- Growth potential with an enterprising and energetic team

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Linear Labs is launching the most important technological development in electric motors since its advent 100 years ago. With 45% of the world’s electricity passing through an electric motor, Linear Labs is ushering in the next generation of motor electrification that is globally transformative. We are looking for the right people with the expertise, agility, and zeal to make it happen. You are solutions oriented, a problem solver both autonomously and in a team environment. Quality, reliability, integrity, and striving for excellence are in your character.

Linear Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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