About this Buyer (6 Month Contract) role at VEIR
WHY VEIR?
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts, VEIR is a U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of category-defining superconducting power delivery systems built for the extreme energy demands of the AI era. By commercializing next-generation superconducting technology into deployable, real-world systems, VEIR delivers ~10× higher power density than conventional options, enabling “speed-to-power” where incremental optimization falls short. VEIR’s initial focus is AI data centers behind the meter, with solutions engineered for repeatable deployment through reference designs and integrated controls, designed to incorporate learnings as deployments scale.
As VEIR prepares for scale, a robust and efficient procurement infrastructure is essential to support production timelines, manage costs, and grow effectively. To support this transformation, VEIR is seeking a Buyer to own all non-project-related procurement activity, relieving the current Procurement Specialist/Planner to focus on project-driven sourcing.
This role is primarily responsible for supporting Product Engineering and operational purchases that keep development timelines on track, ensuring on-time delivery of materials needed for validation and testing. The Buyer will play a hands-on role executing day-to-day purchasing activity, primarily using Procurify.
This is a 6-month contract position with potential for extension/conversion to full time at the end of the contract, based on business needs. We are open to hybrid/remote working for someone within a commutable distance.
In This Role, You Will:
- Own and execute daily procurement activities across Product Engineering, IT, Facilities, Operations, Marketing, Project Management, Finance, Logistics, and Office functions, among others.
- Place, track, and manage purchase orders while maintaining accurate procurement documentation.
- Coordinate vendor communications, troubleshoot issues, and monitor order status to prevent delays.
- Assist with the supplier qualification and approval process, and maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
- Consolidate purchase requests and secure competitive quotes to reduce spend and improve efficiency.
- Support the RFQ process for standard/non-project purchases, compiling and comparing supplier quotes for cost, lead time, and terms.
- Track weekly expected order deliveries and provide logistics with receiving reports.
- Monitor open PO status and proactively flag at-risk deliveries to internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to ensure timely, accurate supplier payments, resolving invoice or PO discrepancies as needed.
- Maintain procurement records and PO data integrity within Procurify to support accurate reporting and audit readiness.
- Identify opportunities for spend consolidation, vendor rationalization, and process improvement across non-project categories.
To be successful in this role
- 2–5 years of experience in a procurement, buyer, or purchasing coordinator role; experience in a fast-paced, growing organization preferred.
- Demonstrated success managing purchase orders, vendor communications, and procurement documentation.
- Experience with procurement tools (experience with Procurify is a strong plus).
- Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets for tracking spend, open orders, and supplier performance.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure in evolving environments.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, hardware development, or technical teams is a plus.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
