Procurement Coordinator Position Available In Union, South Carolina

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Procurement Coordinator
Union, South Carolina, United States
We’re on a journey to Grow the Future of Materials. How? By unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium™, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future. We’re seeking passionate learners to join us in pioneering a materials revolution and creating an epic place to work.
MycoWorks offers competitive equity and benefits programs to support the health, well-being, and financial empowerment of all our employees. We root our relationships with our partners and one another in our core values: Be Mycelial, Cultivate Quality, and Grow the Future, and we’re committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. Women, gender expansive individuals, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
MycoWorks is seeking a person to fill the role of Buyer II. This person will be responsible for supporting the implementation of company-wide Purchasing strategies in support of production and operational needs. This role will support the extended team in purchasing for various departments and intercompany needs.
This role supports all functions of the organization including both commercial and R D. The role reports to the Procurement Manager.

Responsibilities:

Establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating purchasing and procurement
Measure actual performance against goals on regular basis and present results to senior management
Clear and concise verbal communication and non verbal written skill utilizing electronic media throughout the organization
Champions Lean initiatives
Process’s daily purchase requisitions and manage PO process from procure to receipt
Submit internal and external requisitions; online, phone, and email orders to suppliers
Manage purchase requisition process and provide feedback and improvements to streamline the process
Train MycoWorks team members and peers on purchasing process
Collaborate with Finance and Key stakeholders to perform gap analysis, spend categorization, drive business development
Complies with MycoWorks procurement strategies and policies.
Responsible for supporting the supplier selection/bidding processes for selected purchase requests, supplier and contract pricing, and validation for category management
Support budget based procurement process including development of key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness based on profitable supplier and organizational partnerships
Support supplier qualification process, manages and assess supplier performance and reports operational metrics (KPIs) to senior management, as well as any regulatory reporting requirements related to transportation and logistics activities
Execute NDAs and support execution of MSAs, Supply Agreements and Other Contracts for the MycoWorks-Spain location.
Support RFx process development and generation.

Qualifications:

BS in Supply Chain or Business Management.
Minimum 1-3 years demonstrating a high level of product/service expertise in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain. Built and maintained credibility as an expert within a specific category with key stakeholders. Leads scoping & prioritization of improvement projects and future implementations, participate in the scoping and quoting of projects
Experience leading the development of opportunity assessments and loss analysis across the operations functions to reduce spend and complexity
Leads and prioritizes cost modeling and related financial analyses / mathematical modeling of large data sets Experience managing supplier relationships and will be expected to coordinate work with others, both internally and externally
Experience completing and maintaining yearly supplier evaluations
Build and execute strategic sourcing policies, practices, and systems
Experience developing planning models for materials, human resources and complex supply chains required.
Experience with Enterprise Procurement/Purchasing Systems
Experience in supplier oversight and managing external partnerships and relations
Professional supply chain certification a plus
Manage multiple priorities simultaneously, have a strong drive – results focused
Strong analytical skills and ability to provide data-based insights and observations
Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desire to grow and take on increased scope of responsibility
MycoWorks offers world class benefits and compensation programs to support the health, well-being and financial empowerment of our employees.

Our benefits include:

Medical, Vision and Dental plans at no cost to employees
Equity
Optional insurance coverage for partners and dependents
FSA Accounts
Free Personal Health Advocate
Generous PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays beyond the traditional
401(k) program
MycoWorks may contact you via text message regarding your application for this or similar opportunities. You can always text STOP to opt out.
This employment is contingent upon receiving applicable background check results, including drug screening, that meet standards based upon the job duties and business necessity, as well as passing a degree or license verification required for the position.
Physical Demand
Frequency
Stand or Sit (stationary position)
Frequently to Constantly
Walk (move/traverse)
Occasionally to Frequently Dexterity (use hands/fingers to handle/feel)
Frequently to Constantly
Climb (stairs/ladders) or Balance
Seldom to Occasionally
Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, Crawl
Seldom to Occasionally
Talk/Hear (communicate/convey/discern)
Frequently to Constantly
See (observe/identify/inspect/perceive/assess)
Frequently to Constantly
Lift, Carry, Push, Pull (move/transport/install/remove)
Up to 25 lbs, Occasionally to Frequently / Up to 50 lbs, Seldom to Occasionally
Exposure to Work Environments
Working near loud machinery, Seldom to Occasionally In our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. We are dedicated to facilitating a comfortable and accessible experience for all candidates, and will work with you to ensure your needs are met.