Pivotal

About Pivotal

Transforming biodiversity data for a sustainable future

👥 21-100 employees📍 King's Hedges, Cambridge, UK💰 $6.1m
B2BSustainabilityAnalyticsData Analysis

Key Highlights

  • Raised $6.1M in seed funding from leading European VCs
  • Headquartered in King's Hedges, Cambridge, UK
  • Focus on species-level biodiversity analytics and data
  • Remote-first company culture with flexible work options

Pivotal, headquartered in King's Hedges, Cambridge, UK, is a pioneering biodiversity data company focused on providing accurate, species-level biodiversity analytics. With $6.1 million raised in seed funding from top European VCs, Pivotal aims to link ecological improvements to financial incentives,...

🎁 Benefits

Pivotal offers a competitive employee participation program, equity options, and a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to balance their ...

🌟 Culture

Pivotal fosters a culture centered on sustainability and data-driven decision-making. The company prioritizes innovation in biodiversity analytics, en...

Overview

Pivotal is seeking a Senior NPI Buyer to collaborate with design and project management teams to ensure procured items meet project requirements and quality standards. This role is based in Palo Alto, CA.

Job Description

Who you are

You have extensive experience in procurement, particularly in the aerospace or technology sectors, and understand the complexities of managing supplier relationships. Your ability to collaborate with design and project management teams ensures that procured items meet project requirements and quality standards. You are adept at negotiating contracts and managing budgets, ensuring that all procurement activities align with the company's strategic goals.

You possess strong analytical skills, allowing you to assess supplier performance and make data-driven decisions. Your attention to detail ensures that all procured items meet the necessary specifications and quality standards. You are proactive in identifying potential issues in the supply chain and work diligently to resolve them before they impact project timelines.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with design and project management teams to ensure that all procured items meet the necessary project requirements. You will manage supplier relationships, ensuring that contracts are negotiated effectively and that suppliers adhere to quality standards. Your role will involve monitoring supplier performance and conducting regular assessments to ensure compliance with project specifications.

You will also be tasked with managing budgets related to procurement activities, ensuring that all purchases align with financial constraints. As the company progresses toward commercial operations, your expertise will be crucial in supporting the launch of next-generation aircraft. You will play a key role in ensuring that all components are sourced efficiently and effectively, contributing to the overall success of the company's projects.

What we offer

Pivotal offers a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the eVTOL aircraft sector, contributing to projects that are shaping the future of mobility. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds in our team. Join us and be part of a company that is making significant strides in the aerospace industry.

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