Responsibilities :
- Involved in project and operational planning for international gravity survey expeditions, as well as vendor management, supply chain and quality assurance.
Survey Expedition Planning
Co-ordinate the arrangements required for international gravity survey expeditionsInternational shipments & customs clearanceTravel arrangements for the team : vehicles, accommodation, flights etcPlanning the project schedule for team travel and shipmentsArrangements for visa applications, safety training, health checksPurchasing for survey equipment & suppliesCoordinating logistics for efficient survey operationsAnalysis of expenditure to improve profitabilityWork closely with our vendors (suppliers) to process the purchasing needs of the Engineering & Physics teams
Co-ordinate the purchasing of components and resources for the businessEngage and negotiate with the vendors to secure the best pricing and lead timesManage the creation and organisation of quotations, purchase orders & invoicesReconciliation of invoices within our accounting softwareManagement and internal tracking of delivery schedulesManagement of local couriers for last mile deliveryReporting to the Engineering Project Manager
About you :
An absolutely driven individual with excellent skills in communication, organisation and a detail focusConfident and personable in engaging with our key vendors, via email, phone calls & in-person meetingsHighly organised and detail-oriented to manage multiple orders and vendor relationships simultaneouslyResourceful with strong problem solving skills to address unexpected supply chain issuesEven better if you have :
Experience in communicating with vendors and building professional relationshipsExperience in student projectsSome background in science or engineeringWhat can we offer you :
A chance to learn about the intricacies of deep tech research, product development, and strategy in a high-growth startupOn-the-job training and real responsibility within the businessImpactful work at the cutting edge of quantum technologyBoard games and curry night!