Procurement Specialist

Impinj•Seattle, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Impinj is a leading RAIN RFID provider and Internet of Things pioneer. We’re inventing ways to connect every thing to the Internet — including retail apparel, retail general merchandise, healthcare items, automobile parts, airline baggage, food and much more. With more than 100 billion items connected to date, and multiple Fortune 500 enterprises around the world using our platform, we solve for a better understanding of our world. If it’s a thing, we’re working to connect it. Join Impinj and help us realize our vision of a boundless IoT— connecting trillions of everyday items to the Internet. T eam Overview: Join Impinj as a Procurement Specialist and be part of a world-class team that excels in developing pioneering solutions! In this role, you will play a pivotal role in our supply chain, ensuring that we maintain outstanding standards and stay ahead in the competitive market.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, finance, economics, operations or similar degree.
2+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, and willingness to develop proficiency in D365, PowerBI and MRP systems.
Outstanding attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in procurement activities.
Strong negotiation skills and experience in effectively managing vendor relations and securing good terms.
Teamwork skills to work seamlessly with diverse teams and influence key collaborators.

Responsibilities

Support the development and implementation of our long-term sourcing strategy with Component and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) suppliers.
Monitor developments and identify trends within the supply base to ensure Impinj is prepared to react appropriately.
Investigate and resolve problems associated with invoices and purchase orders working with accounting, vendors, and receiving departments as needed.
Issue timely purchase orders in response to product requirements and expedite deliveries when necessary.
Maintain regular contact with internal and external partners and cross-functional teams to recognize market and demand developments and contribute effectively to key decisions and processes.
Provide data, analytics, and supplier spend metrics for decision support in all stages of the company's Procure to Pay process.
Drive supply base rationalization in partnership with engineering teams.