Buyer

Who we are

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation. 

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations. 

About the role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to manage day-to-day purchasing activities that keep our operations running smoothly. This role will focus on processing purchase requests, issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and ensuring suppliers meet quality and delivery expectations.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, process-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and responsiveness are key.

This role is onsite 5 days a week at our Santa Clara, CA office!

What you'll do

• Review purchase requisitions, verify details, and create purchase orders (POs) in the ERP system
• Track order status to ensure timely delivery and resolve discrepancies or delays with suppliers
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, logistics, accounting) to clarify requirements and confirm receipt of goods/services
• Maintain and update vendor information, pricing, and delivery terms
• Process invoice and PO matching issues with Accounts Payable
• Support inventory and materials management teams by ensuring adequate stock levels for ongoing projects
  Maintain accurate purchasing records and generate routine reports on PO status, spend, and delivery performance
• Adhere to company purchasing policies, approval workflows, and compliance standards

What we're looking for

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• 2-6 years of purchasing or procurement coordination experience, preferably in a manufacturing, logistics, or technology environment.