Launch Procurement Lead - EV Retail Expansion

Ever; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ever in San Francisco is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement across Sales and Recon operations, focusing on launching new sites and enabling rapid expansion. You will build vendor networks, manage budgets, negotiate terms, and standardize purchasing while collaborating with Expansion, Operations, Finance, and site leadership.

This role requires travel to launch locations and the ability to develop scalable procurement playbooks to support Ever's growing network.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, operations, or a related field.
• Experience managing multiple vendors, purchase orders, budgets, and delivery timelines.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross functionally with Operations, Finance, Project Management, and site leadership.

Responsibilities

• Launch procurement planning and execution for new Sales and Recon locations.
• Develop site specific equipment, tool, supply, and inventory requirements.
• Build purchasing plans aligned with launch timelines and operational readiness milestones.
• Coordinate deliveries, installations, and vendor scheduling with project and site teams.
• Identify long lead items and procurement risks early to prevent launch delays.
• Travel to launch locations to support procurement and onsite readiness.
• Source, evaluate, and onboard vendors across equipment, tools, supplies, facility services, and other operational needs.
• Obtain and compare quotes to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, service expectations, and purchasing agreements.
• Manage vendor performance, delivery timelines, quality, and responsiveness.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate vendors and leverage company wide purchasing volume.
• Own purchasing activity within approved launch and operational budgets.
• Identify cost saving opportunities without sacrificing quality or readiness.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, including orders, vendors, pricing, and agreements.
• Establish standard equipment, tool, and supply packages for Ever facilities.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and reorder points to reduce emergency spend.
• Build and improve Ever's procurement playbook for efficient launches.

Skills

Vendor management

Procurement planning

Budget management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor sourcing

Communication skills

Job description

Ever in San Francisco is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement across Sales and Recon operations, focusing on launching new sites and enabling rapid expansion. You will build vendor networks, manage budgets, negotiate terms, and standardize purchasing while collaborating with Expansion, Operations, Finance, and site leadership.

This role requires travel to launch locations and the ability to develop scalable procurement playbooks to support Ever's growing network.