Purchasing Coordinator Farming Systems

Infarm was founded in Berlin in 2013 with the aim to share the goodness of own-grown produce with everyone. The 3 founders developed a modular farming system, that allows distribution of vertical farms throughout the urban environment, growing fresh produce in any available space to fulfill any market demand. 

Today, with cutting edge R&D, patented technologies, and a leading multi-disciplinary team, Infarm is growing a global farming network, helping cities become self-sufficient in their food production while significantly improving the safety, quality, and environmental footprint of our food. 

Join us and help redefine what it means to eat well, play a role in reshaping the landscape of cities, and re-empower the people to take ownership of their food.

Who you are

  • You're excited about our vision to reshape the food industry.
  • You believe diversity, collaboration and teamwork are key drivers for success.
  • You thrive in an environment where you can take ownership and solve hard problems.
  • You love a challenge and want to do well while doing good.
  • You want to expand your horizons and grow with us as we grow.

We are looking for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our Farming Systems Purchasing team. You will be responsible for purchasing direct material as part of the Farming equipment category.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the end to end purchasing of Farming equipment category (Order to pay process)
  • Review and submit purchase orders
  • Follow up on open orders- secure delivery on time and in quality
  • Maintain contact with the different suppliers to ensure the above
  • Control and process invoices
  • Work closely with Supply Planning, Expansion, R&D, and Finance teams
  • Support the Lead Buyer and actively contribute to the development and implementation of Purchasing strategy & Purchasing best practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree with specialization in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Business Management
  • First experience of 1-2 years in Purchasing or Supply Chain is a plus
  • Organized, structured, and reliable
  • Results orientated with the ability to work in a fast, and very dynamic environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite, good excel skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, fluency in German (or any EU language) is a plus

What we offer

  • Take opportunities: Join Infarm as we expand across the globe and change the future of farming
  • Drive Impact: Be a true partner to the business, working closely with top-level managers
  • Accelerate Growth: A friendly work environment with a diverse group of motivated, talented, and visionary colleagues

What’s also in for you

  • Stay up-to-date: Regular global & regional All-hands meetings and Lunch & Learn sessions
  • Meet your colleagues: Join our employee resource groups or (virtual) company activities
  • Take some time off: 30 days of annual paid time off, and an extra day off on your birthday
  • Be well: 24/7 professional counselling and various internal Health & Wellness initiatives (Yoga, Diet & Nutrition, and many more) 
  • Travel to Work: Free monthly BVG ticket and subsidized Swapfiets Bike Program
  • Enjoy your meal: Choose between subsidized meal vouchers or a free onsite lunch, and additional snacks & drinks 
  • Save Up: Subscribe to your corporate pension scheme and look out for corporate discounts with more than 800 brands

Infarm is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to grow an inclusive environment, where everyone can thrive, regardless of your background and circumstances. We nurture diversity because we appreciate the uniqueness and differences between people. Each employee’s distinctive experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints helps us build a resilient environment, where we can all learn, grow, and create great things together. All applicants are given equal opportunity regardless of age, gender identity or expression, language, disability, ethnic origin, national origin, religion, belief, culture, socio-economic status, or sexual orientation.