Purchasing agent Jobs in Seattle, WA

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking an experienced buyer / agent to join our purchasing team. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for set commodity procurement strategies to support long range business plans and optimizing supplier base through supplier rationalization and productivity improvements through the development of supplier relationships and long-term partnerships. Provide leadership in supplier selection & qualification, supplier performance & development, contract management, and strategic sourcing, and to Buyer(s) located in corporate office. Practices a high level of business ethics, quality, professionalism, and safety in all activities in accordance with Samson strategy and core values.

This is an in-person position located in our corporate headquarters in Ferndale, WA.

Who You Are :

• A team player who works well with a diverse group of individuals and can build relationships with coworkers.
• A creative problem solver with the ability to recommend and implement solutions.
• Analytically minded with a strong ability to analyze data and demonstrate sound decision making.
• Able to prioritize and maintain an organized workflow.
• Data driven and able to extract data and information from systems.
• Attentive to details.
• Motivated by deadlines and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• A clear and concise communicator in both written and oral forms.
• A proficient computer user with skills in Microsoft programs with an ability to learn new systems.
• Trustworthy and able to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

What You'll Do :

What You Should Have :

Our Team Enjoys Best-in-Class Benefits :

Compensation

Targeted hiring range : $33.50 - $38.50 per hour

Hiring rate will depend on qualifications and experience

Samson has established wage scales for all of our positions, which are based on a minimum and maximum. The targeted hiring rate above is set to allow for employee's growth within the role. The full range for this position is $30.78 (min) - $46.17 (max) annually.

About Us :

With over 140 years in the rope industry, we are focused on meeting the needs of demanding customer applications. At Samson, we're not just about developing innovative synthetic rope solutions. We also pride ourselves on providing the industry's best service. From pre-sale to installation to post delivery follow-up, we want to ensure that we maximize customer experiences to the fullest potential through continually inventing, refining, and optimizing our products.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of pioneers keenly focused on making products that not only meet but exceed expectations. That ambition is reflected in our culture of ingenuity and attention to detail. But at the end of the day, it's our people, not just our products, that make Samson a dynamic company to work for.

Samson Rope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We are a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran). Employment is contingent on a successful background and drug screen.