Epirus
Associate Buyer (Contract)
Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. Responsibilities:
Place and track purchase orders for production and prototype materials. Support requests for quotes (RFQs) from suppliers and help compare pricing and lead times. Monitor deliveries, follow up with vendors, and help resolve issues quickly. Maintain accurate records and documentation in ERP and purchasing systems. Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, production, quality) to meet build schedules. Support both day and evening production shifts through flexible work hours. Help build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Basic Qualifications:
Understanding of supplier risk identification, mitigation and contingency planning Understanding of negotiation of price and terms and conditions Preferred Skills and Experience:
BS degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. 1+ year of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operations (internships or co-ops count!) Good written and oral communication skills Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Familiarity with ERP or purchasing systems (we'll train you if needed) Willingness to read technical drawings and learn how components are sourced Strong communication and organization skills Desire to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment Flexible availability to support a split shift (e.g., 10 AM 7 PM, 12 PM 9 PM, etc.) ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. At Epirus, you'll work with technical peers and great peopleand get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, "impossible" is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules. As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: $62,000 - $74,700 USD
Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less. Responsibilities:
Place and track purchase orders for production and prototype materials. Support requests for quotes (RFQs) from suppliers and help compare pricing and lead times. Monitor deliveries, follow up with vendors, and help resolve issues quickly. Maintain accurate records and documentation in ERP and purchasing systems. Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, production, quality) to meet build schedules. Support both day and evening production shifts through flexible work hours. Help build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Basic Qualifications:
Understanding of supplier risk identification, mitigation and contingency planning Understanding of negotiation of price and terms and conditions Preferred Skills and Experience:
BS degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field. 1+ year of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operations (internships or co-ops count!) Good written and oral communication skills Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Familiarity with ERP or purchasing systems (we'll train you if needed) Willingness to read technical drawings and learn how components are sourced Strong communication and organization skills Desire to work in a fast-paced, team-focused environment Flexible availability to support a split shift (e.g., 10 AM 7 PM, 12 PM 9 PM, etc.) ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. At Epirus, you'll work with technical peers and great peopleand get first crack at some of the defining technology challenges of our time. Here, "impossible" is just a challenge. We're a diverse, fast-growing team of change-makers fueling the future of energy with revolutionary solutions. Join us and rewrite the rules. As required by the Equal Pay Transparency Act, Epirus provides a reasonable range of minimum compensation for roles that may be hired. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the state of California only, the range of starting pay for this role is: $62,000 - $74,700 USD