Buyer 2

Primus International LLC

Woodinville, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Bid Packages, Billing, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Financial Trend Analysis, Identify Issues, Import/Export, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Life Insurance, Lost-Wax Casting, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Oil and Gas, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Power Generation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Packaging, Project/Program Management, Proposal Schedule, Proposal Writing, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Regulations, Resume Search, Supply Chain, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Woodinville, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Country

United States of America

State / County

Washington

City

Woodinville

Division

EPD

Company

University Swaging

Function

Supply Chain/ Purchasing

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

20787

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Buyer sources and purchases raw material, parts, machinery, equipment, tools, services, packaging materials, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Confers with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up on orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare bid packages. May be asked to lead and provide secondary analysis to other Buyers.

Reporting Relationships:

The Buyer reports directly to the Program Management Manager.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Review, coordinate, and prioritize procurement activities for company and program PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and other goods
Troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues
Coordinate new supplier qualification to customer drawing and specification requirements
Coordinate and provide make/buy data and determine procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid
Prepare, review, and approve purchase orders; provide supplier status on POs as required
Maintain orderly reports including electronic filing systems
Review, troubleshoot, and design/modify manual and computerized procurement systems for items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance; maintain inventory reports including design and reporting of internal performance metrics to management as required
Approve invoices for payment; may expedite delivery of goods to customers
May occasionally perform special projects
Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience:

2 to 4 years of experience in procurement or related support position or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred
Experience in manufacturing environment
Excellent knowledge of procurement process and customer/supplier interfacing principles
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite. Syteline is a plus)
Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to communicate proactive solutions across functional areas and various levels of management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels
Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities
Attention to detail and organized
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines

Level of Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required
AA and/or PA of America Certificate preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $81,000 to $105,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

Precision Castparts Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

About the Company

Primus International LLC

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