Procurement Manager
Apply NowCompany: EVPassport
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90405
Description:
About EVPassport:
EVPassport is the EV Charging hardware and software platform for purpose-driven organizations. Brands committed to sustainability rely on EVPassport to provide their customers with the most seamless payment experience to charge any electric vehicle without requiring a separate app, account or a top-up balance. EVPassport is the only platform that enhances customer engagement for these companies by providing custom branded hardware with API-powered software that easily integrates with their existing applications and services.
We operate in the United States, Canada, and Mexico and we offer a leading end-to-end EV Charging solution to enterprise businesses.
EVPassport is changing the EV Charging experience, and we want you to help build it.
Our product and technology combine hardware and software expertise with a deep understanding of Enterprise SaaS, we offer an end-to-end EV charging platform tailored to meet the needs of diverse businesses. We are currently seeking a Procurement Manager to report to the VP of Hardware and oversee all purchasing activities for the business. This role requires a dynamic individual with exceptional vendor negotiation skills who can effectively handle all procurement needs for the business, including both the hardware and software side as well as office supplies, equipment, travel and shipping expenses, external labor contracts, and more.
This is an in-person role in Santa Monica (Los Angeles), CA.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy to support the company's operational and strategic goals
- Manage procurement processes for EV charging station hardware and deployment, ensuring cost efficiency and quality
- Oversee purchases of office furniture, supplies, and company-wide operational needs
- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to establish long-term partnerships that deliver optimal value
- Implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance, transparency, and efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and deliver solutions
- Monitor vendor performance to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to agreed standards
- Track and manage budgets for all procurement activities, identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documentation
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a preference for experience in hardware and SaaS environments
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
- Strong understanding of procurement best practices and tools
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments
Compensation: Targeting a base salary of $120-140k
Our Values:
EVPassport is built on a foundation of innovation, accountability, and trust. We believe in hiring individuals who align with our core values:
EVPassport is the EV Charging hardware and software platform for purpose-driven organizations. Brands committed to sustainability rely on EVPassport to provide their customers with the most seamless payment experience to charge any electric vehicle without requiring a separate app, account or a top-up balance. EVPassport is the only platform that enhances customer engagement for these companies by providing custom branded hardware with API-powered software that easily integrates with their existing applications and services.
We operate in the United States, Canada, and Mexico and we offer a leading end-to-end EV Charging solution to enterprise businesses.
EVPassport is changing the EV Charging experience, and we want you to help build it.
Our product and technology combine hardware and software expertise with a deep understanding of Enterprise SaaS, we offer an end-to-end EV charging platform tailored to meet the needs of diverse businesses. We are currently seeking a Procurement Manager to report to the VP of Hardware and oversee all purchasing activities for the business. This role requires a dynamic individual with exceptional vendor negotiation skills who can effectively handle all procurement needs for the business, including both the hardware and software side as well as office supplies, equipment, travel and shipping expenses, external labor contracts, and more.
This is an in-person role in Santa Monica (Los Angeles), CA.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy to support the company's operational and strategic goals
- Manage procurement processes for EV charging station hardware and deployment, ensuring cost efficiency and quality
- Oversee purchases of office furniture, supplies, and company-wide operational needs
- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to establish long-term partnerships that deliver optimal value
- Implement procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance, transparency, and efficiency
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and deliver solutions
- Monitor vendor performance to ensure timely deliveries and adherence to agreed standards
- Track and manage budgets for all procurement activities, identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documentation
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a preference for experience in hardware and SaaS environments
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
- Strong understanding of procurement best practices and tools
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across departments
Compensation: Targeting a base salary of $120-140k
Our Values:
EVPassport is built on a foundation of innovation, accountability, and trust. We believe in hiring individuals who align with our core values:
- Customer Obsessed - Relentlessly focused on delivering seamless experiences.
- Trust by Default - Acting with transparency and integrity.
- Own the Outcome - Taking full responsibility for delivering results.
- Growth Mindset - Continuously learning, improving, and embracing challenges.
- Anything is Possible - Challenging conventional thinking to drive innovation.
- Practice Kindness - Building a culture of respect, collaboration, and mutual support.