Procurement Specialist

unspun™ is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Emeryville, CA, to optimize supply chains and sustainable manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include managing procurement, supplier relationships, and inventory levels. Candidates should have 4+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with strong technical and data analysis skills. The role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in the fashion industry, offering a salary of $75,000 - $97,000 plus benefits.
Procurement Specialist at unspun

Are you passionate about optimizing supply chains and building sustainable manufacturing processes? Do you want to help revolutionize the fashion industry while reducing its carbon footprint?
Why This Role Matters

As our Procurement Specialist, you'll be essential in ensuring the reliable operation of our revolutionary Vega™ manufacturing system. You'll manage end-to-end procurement, optimize supplier relationships, and ensure material availability while maintaining unspun's quality and sustainability standards.
What Success Looks Like

Imagine our production lines running smoothly with optimized inventory levels and reliable supplier networks. Your impact will be measured in:
• Successfully executed purchase orders and optimized supplier relationships ensuring reliable supply chain operations
• Optimized inventory levels while minimizing costs and maintaining production requirements
• Developed supplier performance tracking systems and implemented cost reduction initiatives
• Streamlined procurement processes with reduced supply chain risks
Who You Are

Procurement & Supplier Management: 4+ years experience in procurement, supply chain execution, or logistics

Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of lead times & material flow optimization

Process Optimization: Experience implementing best practices for contract management & supplier evaluation

Data Analysis: Proficiency with ERP/MRP procurement systems and supply chain data interpretation
A Typical Day Might Include
• Managing supplier relationships and executing purchase orders
• Analyzing inventory levels and optimizing material flow
• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and production teams
• Tracking supplier performance and implementing improvements
• Coordinating with finance and logistics teams
• Having lunch with the team (we're a pretty social bunch!)
What Makes You a Great Fit?
• Can you demonstrate successful supplier negotiations that maintained strong relationships while securing optimal terms?
• How do you approach identifying and resolving supply chain bottlenecks?
• What strategies do you use to adapt procurement processes during supply chain disruptions?
• How do you ensure cross-functional collaboration with diverse teams?
• What drives your interest in sustainable manufacturing?
Why unspun?

We're not just another tech company - we're a team transforming a trillion-dollar industry. Here's what makes us special:
• Mission-Driven: Help revolutionize sustainable manufacturing in the fashion industry
• Innovation at Scale: We're backed by top climate-tech VCs and working with major brands like Walmart
• Amazing Team: Work with passionate experts who care about impact
• Growth Opportunity: Shape the future of procurement in advanced manufacturing
• Comprehensive Benefits: Details below, but we take care of our team
Our Culture

We're relentless in pursuing our mission, intentional in our decisions, and fundamentally human in how we work together. We celebrate small wins, speak up to benefit many, and aren't afraid to make mistakes along the way.
Benefits

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $97,000 USD annually, plus equity.

Benefits include:
• Self-regulated vacation policy
• Comprehensive (gold & platinum) health/dental/vision insurance
• Company sponsored 401k and FSA/HSA
• Monthly wellness or education grant up to $150
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Incentive stock options
Our Philosophy

We won't roll our eyes if your socks don't match. We get it. But then, if you spend those extra few minutes in the morning matching your socks and shirt, we get that too. Our workspaces are sometimes spotless and sometimes chaotic, and we celebrate messy exploration. We work through complex problems but generate simple and elegant solutions. We strive to look at things differently, and never do anything solely because "that's the way it's always been done."

We're a team of designers and engineers, industry-veterans and serial entrepreneurs, artists and developers. We're aspiring chess masters and climbers, bakers and photographers. Originally spun out of Stanford and the University of Colorado, we now call the SF Bay Area home, with strong ties to Hong Kong. We are looking for teammates who share our desire to work on ambitious problems and leave the world better than we found it.

unspun is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to being a diverse team that reflects a broad range of background, thought, and experience. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, and people from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Location

Emeryville, CA (Hybrid)

Department Operations Locations unspun // oakland factory Yearly salary $75,000 - $97,000 Employment type Full-time