Senior Procurement Specialist (Onsite in NoHo, LA | ...

Are you the 1 in 29,847 Procurement Specialist who knows sourcing should drive innovation but is stuck processing purchase orders?If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.At Puffy, we believe procurement is where product breakthroughs begin, not where budgets go to die. We're looking for a product innovator who will build our competitive edge by discovering and sourcing the future of materials and technology. This is your chance to build a world-class global supplier network that doesn't just fulfill requirements"”it creates competitive advantages that define the industry.You'll be given total ownership of our global sourcing strategy, =, and the AI-native toolbox to revolutionize how a D2C brand thinks about procurement. This isn't another "vendor management" role"”it's the architect position for our supply chain innovation.Your Reward (The Platform): A highly competitive and transparent salary of $70,000 - $90,000 + up to 10% performance bonus.At Puffy, we're not just offering a job. We're offering you a plan to realize your full potential:Be the Engine of Innovation: You won't just fulfill procurement requests"”you'll actively shape our product roadmap by discovering game-changing materials, technologies, and manufacturing capabilities. Your sourcing discoveries will directly influence what we build next, working hand-in-hand with our CEO, Director, Operations and product teams to turn possibilities into bestsellers.Build a Supply Chain That's a Competitive Weapon: We've eliminated the bureaucracy that turns procurement into paperwork. You'll have the autonomy to forge strategic partnerships, negotiate groundbreaking deals, and construct a resilient global network that gives us advantages our competitors can't match"”in quality, speed, and innovation.Become the Bridge Between Vision and Reality: Work within an organization led by our Forbes Council Member CEO, where you'll be the critical link between our boldest design concepts and manufacturing excellence. Every supplier relationship you cultivate, every material innovation you discover, directly accelerates our journey to becoming the global leader in sleep technology.This role is for you if:You see suppliers as innovation partners, not just vendors. You don't negotiate prices; you collaborate on breakthroughs that create new product categories.You're obsessed with materials and manufacturing trends. You can walk a trade show floor and spot the component that will define next year's bestseller before anyone else sees its potential.You think procurement should sit at the product development table. You believe the best sourcing strategies start in the design phase, not after specifications are locked.You build relationships that transcend transactions. Your suppliers become invested in your success because you've shown them how to grow together.You can translate between worlds. You speak fluently with both creative designers dreaming up concepts and manufacturers focused on feasibility, finding the sweet spot where innovation meets execution.What You'll Bring:3+ years of strategic sourcing or global procurement experience, with a proven track record of bringing innovative consumer products from concept to marketDemonstrated success in discovering and qualifying game-changing suppliers, materials, or technologies that created competitive advantagesGlobal sourcing expertise with established relationships across international manufacturing hubs and the ability to navigate complex supply chainsNegotiation mastery that goes beyond price"”you structure partnerships that align supplier capabilities with long-term innovation goalsCross-functional leadership skills to influence and align stakeholders from creative design to finance, ensuring procurement strategies drive company-wide objectivesThe Puffy DNAWe're restless, perpetually hungry, and fast-paced, driven by an unwavering belief that we can outperform any competitor"”regardless of their size. Let's understand what success means for you:Be the Owner: We don't hire employees; we welcome owners. You are given the autonomy to make decisions and the expectation to see them through. You proactively identify and solve problems beyond your defined role, because you're accountable for results"”not activity.Execute with Urgency: Our mission demands relentless speed and precision. We thrive in a high-stakes, dynamic environment by making thoughtful decisions quickly, acting decisively and operating with a constant sense of purpose that separates us from the competition.Demand Excellence: We are not here to do what's easy; we are here to solve the hard problems that others can't. You will push the boundaries of your craft and insist on the highest standards to deliver impactful results.Go All-In: When the mission demands it, we rally as one team to cross the finish line. Critical projects require critical commitment, and here, going all-in means you'll grow faster, achieve more, and be part of wins worth working for.Here's What Success Looks Like:In 12-24 months, you will have built a world-class supplier ecosystem that competitors envy but can't replicate, established yourself as the architect of our supply chain advantage, and be living in the Golden State. You will look back at this as the moment your career transformed from being a procurement professional to being a true innovation catalyst.The Alternative is clear: another year processing purchase orders and cutting costs while your ideas for revolutionary sourcing strategies gather dust.Ready to Shape Your Story?Click "Apply" and take the first step. Our streamlined 3-phase hiring process is designed for elite talent like you. If you pass our online assessment, you could be invited to Phase 2 within one business day.

Created: 2025-09-25