Buyer, Products

Why join Giga

• The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.
• The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.
• The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.
• The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.
  
  

What You'll Do

As a Buyer, you will support procurement and sourcing efforts for Switchboards assembled in the USA. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role will help coordinate RFQs, place purchase orders, and support vendor relationships to ensure on time delivery of materials for production.

You will assist with creating purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and tracking procurement schedules. This role is highly execution-focused and ideal for someone who is organized, proactive, and excited to grow within a fast-paced infrastructure environment.

You’ll work cross-functionally with Engineering, Logistics, Quality and Operations teams to help ensure materials are suitable for production and delivered on time..

Where you'll work

This role will begin based in Long Beach at the UL891 switchboard factory. You must be willing to work on site full-time. Employees will be able to work remotely every other Friday.

Responsibilities

• Generate requests for quotations (RFQs) for all production materials
• Create and track purchase orders for all production orders
• Follow up and confirm delivery with vendors to ensure OTD
• Source suppliers and vendors under direction of the Procurement manager to support supplier base development
• Constantly follow up with vendors on pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules
• Help resolve supply chain or vendor issues to keep projects moving
• Partner closely with Engineering and Operations teams to understand project requirements
  
  

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, in manufacturing operations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with internal teams and external vendors
  
  

Bonus points

• Background in electrical component manufacturing, electrical infrastructure, or related industries
• Familiarity with materials associated with the production of UL891 switchboards including fabricated components, switches, breakers, etc.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems including Oracle, SAP, Dynamics365, NetSuite, etc.
• Experience in a UL code environment or similar (UL, ASME, API, etc.). UL891 experience strongly preferred.
  
  

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter benefits
  
  

Pay Transparency

The range provided below is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, meaning it includes both the commission / bonus target and annual base salary for the role (if applicable). This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Giga and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include 401(k) plan plus subsidized medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Salary Range

$80,000 - $125,000 USD

Who We Hire

We hire people who thrive in chaos and get sharper under pressure. You don't wait to be told what to do, you spot the gap and fill it. When there's work to be done, you do it. You make decisions with the information you have, move fast, and adjust along the way. We're not looking for perfect; we're looking for people who get things done.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.