Buyer

Rippling, Inc.; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Rare Earth is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Buyer to support company-wide procurement activities in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will manage the end-to-end procurement process from RFQ to PO issuance to goods receipt, while upholding best practices and audit-ready documentation.

This role includes developing SOPs, collaborating across departments, and ensuring goods and services are sourced at the right time and best value to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; experience considered in lieu of higher education.
• 3+ years in procurement or supply chain, manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with inventory and indirect procurement, vendor communication, and PO lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement lifecycle for indirect and direct purchases: RFQ, PO, delivery tracking and follow-up.
• Procure inventory items, corporate materials, office supplies, services and small equipment across departments.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs and ensure timely material availability.
• Enter POs accurately, maintain vendor data, and adhere to purchasing policies.
• Develop and implement procurement SOPs, approval workflows and standard forms.
• Maintain procurement records and receipts for audit and SOX compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and quality of goods and services.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and consolidate vendors where possible.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Support receiving and procurement processes, and contribute to continuous improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-starter mindset

Multitasking

ERP system experience

Excel/Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions

If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality

When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly

We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together

Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Summary

USA Rare Earth is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Buyer to support company-wide procurement activities, including but not limited to: inventory replenishment, service and material purchases, and related agreements. This role will manage the end-to-end procurement process from RFQ to PO issuance to goods receipt, while supporting procurement best practices and audit-ready documentation.

This position will be key in developing departmental SOPs, collaborating cross-functionally across departments, and ensuring all goods and services are sourced at the right time and the best value while meeting the evolving needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement lifecycle for indirect and direct purchases: request for quotes, PO creation, order placement, delivery tracking, and follow-up.
• Procure inventory items, corporate materials, office supplies, services, and small equipment across departments.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to anticipate needs, gather requirements, and ensure timely material and service availability.
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of POs, updates to vendor data, and supporting documentation, adhering to company purchasing policies.
• Assist in developing and implementing procurement SOPs, approval workflows, and standard forms.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, quotes, and receipts for audit and SOX compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and quality of goods and services.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost, consolidate vendors, and improve procurement efficiency.
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice or receipt discrepancies.
• Support the receiving function as needed.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in procurement processes, policies, and systems.
• Serve as a cross-functional partner to operations, engineering, finance, and administration teams as needed.
• Travel to facility locations, as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a Procurement or Supply Chain role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field of study. Experience can be considered in lieu of higher education.
• Experience with inventory and indirect procurement, vendor communication, and PO lifecycle management.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a self-starter mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience using ERP or purchasing systems (Microsoft Business Central, Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, etc.) and Excel/Smartsheet.
• Experience with process creation, audit support, or compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of basic contract terms and vendor onboarding processes.
• Proficiency in record keeping and documentation practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering best value and maintaining procurement integrity.

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site. Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, [e-mail], to discuss reasonable accommodations.

The pay range for this role is:

83,400 - 91,400 USD per year (Wheat Ridge, CO)