Purchasing Buyer
$62,400–$79,040 year
On-site · Tukwila, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Purchasing Buyer responsible for end-to-end procurement across multiple business units, manage requisitions, purchase orders, confirmations, and deliveries; source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing and terms; partner with operations to align purchasing with production schedules and forecasts; monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and maintain strong vendor relationships; support inventory management and cost-reduction initiatives; coordinate with internal teams and accounting to ensure accurate purchasing records and payments; identify supply chain risks and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience (manufacturing preferred)
- Strong negotiation, vendor management, and analytical skills
- Experience with ERP systems (Epicor a plus) and MS Office
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of inventory management, production planning, or demand forecasting preferred
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