Purchasing Agent

micro1 is seeking experienced Purchasing Agents to contribute to a specialized project focused on advancing AI systems within the procurement domain. You will leverage your professional expertise to train next-generation AI models by creating high-quality, real-world procurement scenarios and evaluation frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Design and author expert-level procurement tasks, including RFP drafting, bid evaluation, supplier scoring, and contract negotiation scenarios.
• Source and create realistic procurement artifacts such as supplier quotations, technical specifications, and pricing tables in various formats.
• Develop comprehensive grading rubrics to evaluate AI performance in vendor comparison, contract reasoning, and bid analysis.
• Define well-reasoned sourcing recommendations that mirror sophisticated, real-world procurement decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with the project team to review, refine, and validate tasks to ensure they meet high quality and relevance standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in corporate or public-sector procurement, specifically in supplier analysis and contract negotiation.
• Deep category knowledge in IT, industrial, or professional services procurement to enable nuanced scenario creation.
• Exceptional written English skills with the ability to author complex technical documentation and articulate contract rationale.
• Strong analytical mindset with a commitment to high-quality deliverables and attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices, regulatory frameworks, and supplier evaluation methodologies.

What we offer

• The opportunity to shape the future of AI systems in the procurement industry.
• A fully remote work environment allowing for flexible engagement.
• Collaboration with a professional project team on innovative, high-impact tasks.