Procurement Operations Analyst

almost 2 years ago
Full time role
Berkeley, CA, US... more
Berkeley, CA, US... more

Company

We are developing a new class of cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that will enable a reliable and fully-renewable electric ...

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Job Description

Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing cost-effective multi-day energy storage systems to enable the global electricity system to run on 100% low-cost renewable energy, every day of the year. Driven by Form’s core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We seek to transform the energy landscape and do our part in making the world better for all. We are supported by leading investors who share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage will be a key enabler of tomorrow’s zero carbon electric system.
Role DescriptionAs Form transforms the grid, we are looking for a Procurement Operations Analyst to directly support the development and commercialization of our multi-day energy storage technology. This person will be responsible for executing Form’s purchases across a variety of goods, services, and vendors, as well as creating purchase orders and ensuring compliance with Form’s purchasing policies. 
The successful candidate will be highly organized, reliable, and become the central expert to guide, advise, and execute on purchasing activities across the company. They will maintain up-to-date databases and knowledge of Form’s policies, communicate timely and directly, and develop and maintain positive, productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors alike. This position is part of the rapidly growing Supply Chain organization, and will report to the Manager, Purchasing and Business Processes. It will work very closely with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and Operations teams. 

What You'll Do:

  • Execute the purchasing workflow for a variety of goods from request through archival 
  • Process purchase requests, confirm compliance with company policies, and create and issue purchase orders 
  • Centralize, consolidate, and execute regular purchasing needs across multiple supplier accounts using purchase orders, credit cards, or other appropriate methods
  • Clearly communicate changes to lead times, costs, or other issues with requested or executed purchases
  • Support new vendor onboarding to Form’s accounting system to ensure timely and seamless payment processing 
  • Maintain up-to-date internal databases including vendors and purchasing terms
  • Support the resolution of purchasing or invoicing issues alongside finance and other stakeholders
  • Support final execution and archival of NDA’s, GTC’s, and other contracts
  • Identify and communicate areas of improvement in Form’s purchasing process and support the further development of methods and policies
  • Become an expert that can help direct colleagues and internal customers to the proper purchasing methods

What You'll Bring:

  • Highly organized, attentive to detail, reliable, and seeking individual responsibility
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize efforts, and effectively communicate progress and issues
  • Familiarity with common business software and purchasing systems (e.g. Google and Microsoft applications, Quickbooks, Coupa, etc.)
  • 2+ years professional experience in a purchasing or administrative role 


Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page
At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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