Procurement, Buyer at Inspire

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Inspire Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Procurement, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or equivalent
  • 3+ years in supply chain and procurement
  • Experience in procurement and negotiation strategies
  • Ability to understand and function effectively in a team environment
  • Proven track record of success in leadership positions
  • Restaurant / Food Service experience

Responsibilities

  • Enables brands to efficiently and effectively maximize the value they receive from suppliers
  • Conducts sourcing events as required for the categories within the scope of responsibility, selecting the best choice for Inspire
  • Ensures all legal documents are in place for each supplier, including NDA, Master Supplier Agreement, and Product Agreements
  • Conducts the RFP process, bid analysis and review, contract negotiations, and blanket purchase agreement creation
  • Develops/executes purchasing strategies for products including monitoring macro trends in supplier base, implementing plans to react
  • Identifies and realizes cost-savings and cost-reduction opportunities
  • Ensures the supply chain has adequate production capacity to meet the needs of the business in compliance on spec and at competitive costs
  • Develops ideas for cost savings initiatives within owned categories
  • Evaluates potential margin initiatives, documents with business case and champions change in support of department/company initiatives
  • Minimizes risk of supply disruption
  • Identifies supply and supplier issues, analyzes information to assess root cause, improvement opportunities, and associated risk
  • Builds strategic relationships: understands Brands' needs and builds supplier relationships to meet those needs; builds collaborative relationships with Brand Functional Team / Managers
  • Monitors purchasing performance: monitors supplier performance and completes supplier scorecard
  • Participates in S&OP process and coordinates supplier's production to meet demand
  • Other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Procurement
Price Negotiation
Sourcing
RFP
Contract Negotiation
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Control
Supplier Management
Cost Reduction
Risk Management
S&OP

Inspire

Provides renewable energy subscription services

About Inspire

Inspire provides renewable energy solutions through a flat rate subscription model. Customers can easily switch to 100% renewable energy with a low monthly price, which remains consistent without the fluctuations typical of traditional energy bills. This subscription service is designed for environmentally conscious consumers who want to support clean energy sources. Inspire stands out from competitors by offering a straightforward and predictable pricing structure, along with highly regarded customer service that emphasizes clear and personable interactions. The company's goal is to positively impact the environment by combating climate change and promoting clean air initiatives.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Energy, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans
401k matching
Training & development
Flexible PTO
Wellness days
Paid parental leave

Risks

Increased competition could erode Inspire's market share.
Potential changes in government subsidies may impact Inspire's pricing model.
Rising operational costs could force Inspire to increase subscription fees.

Differentiation

Inspire offers a flat rate subscription for 100% renewable energy.
Customers can switch to Inspire's service in less than two minutes.
Inspire is known for excellent customer service and clear communication.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in sustainable living boosts demand for Inspire's services.
Advancements in battery storage enhance Inspire's renewable energy reliability.
Government incentives for renewable energy adoption make Inspire's model more appealing.

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