Buyer

Buyer

We are seeking a Buyer to support indirect and direct procurement for our operations and engineering teams. This role involves sourcing, purchasing, and managing vendor relationships to ensure the timely delivery of quality materials and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFPs, purchase orders, and supplier needs.
• Source and assess vendors, negotiate terms, and resolve conflicts.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on procurement for new product proposals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory purchasing and transportation standards.
• Support continuous improvement in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Manage and update the approved vendor list and necessary certifications.
• Occasionally, physically move parts and ensure they are in the correct department.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The work environment is mostly desk-bound with interspersed inventory checks in the warehouse. The employee will regularly lift and move items with a pallet jack. Work hours are 5 : 30am to 2pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves heavy computer use and requires setting up for vendors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.