Tactical Procurement Specialist

As the Procurement Specialist at Scout, you will play a vital role in supporting one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry. Your attention to detail in processes will help ensure that Scout adheres to important internal controls smoothly. 

You will be a part of Scout's Procurement team, which is dedicated to ensuring a seamless and accurate procurement-to-pay process. You will report to the Head of Procurement, a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience in the field and a passion for teamwork, achievement, and continuous learning. 

This is a new position created to accommodate the rapid growth in Scout's portfolio of development and construction projects. 

Key duties in your role will include the following: 

• Ensure a smooth and accurate procurement-to-pay process by continuing to interact with other stakeholders during the procurement cycle. 

• Support purchase requisition creation, execute sourcing cycle quality control, purchase order input, record keeping, and invoice troubleshooting all in Oracle Fusion ERP for non-strategic procurement process.     

• Extract ad-hoc procurement related reports in Oracle Fusion ERP 

• Act as the subject matter expert of procurement related transactions in Oracle Fusion ERP. 

• Support and actively propose Procurement continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Complete other duties as assigned. 

We will rely on you to develop systems and tools to drive efficiency in our work. To do so, we expect that you will integrate the expertise you have developed in previous roles while continuing to advance your knowledge of our industry and innovation in procurement. 

Requirements

You are a detail-oriented, quality driven minded professional who likes to work with a wide range of people and is passionate about the ways that renewable energy will make the world a better place. You have a good understanding of an ERP environment and driven to execute processes precisely. 

Subject Matter Expertise  

• A Bachelor’s degree. (Degrees in supply chain, business, accounting and certification are a plus.)  

• Strong detail orientation with quality driven approach. 

• 1+ years of procurement experience with Oracle Fusion is a plus. 

• Highly proficient in ERP application and Microsoft 365 suite. 

Working Style  

• Strong organizational skills with process orientation and attention to detail.  

• Ability to prioritize and deliver top-quality work product in multiple areas without direct supervision. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive duties.  

• Independent learner who can quickly apply lessons learned in one area to all other work areas.  

• Self-motivator with exceptional leadership and communication skills.  

• Experience using influence rather than authority to achieve desired outcomes.   

• Authorized to work in the United States. 

Timeline and Location  

We would like the new Tactical Procurement Specialist to start in Q1 2025.   

The ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office on our current hybrid schedule. 

Scout’s Values   

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission.    

• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals.   

• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members.   

• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult.   

• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills.  

• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems.   

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups  

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.   

Invitation to Veterans  

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.  

Benefits

Target base salary: $60,000 - $85,000. Attractive bonus potential.   

Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.