Buyer II

Buyer II

Location: Seattle, WA, United States

Date Posted: Oct 21, 2026

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Who We Are

Vigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services.

With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states - from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk - personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation - through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit vigor.net.

PAY RANGE: $80,168 - 88,000

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is accountable for support of purchasing relationships and processes and coordinates material requisitions. The Buyer initiates purchase orders, authorizes releases and interfaces with suppliers. Working under the guidelines from the designated Manager, the position may negotiate price and delivery commitments and schedule supplier deliveries.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities.)

• Runs the Supply Chain inbox for the Seattle Shipyard- filters incoming requests for accuracy and completeness, assigns Requisitions to other teammates, generates requests in the ERP system, IFS for various internal customers
• Obtain Quotes for materials and services to support our Program Teams
• Create accurate and timely Purchase Orders in the ERP system and issue them out to our Suppliers
• Perform routine order maintenance tasks including: Updating material delivery dates, expediting materials and providing visibility of the status of Purchase Orders to the operational team and project management team
• Work with the Receiving Department and Supplier to ensure that all required delivery documentation arrives with the order and the order gets a timely and accurate receipt in the ERP system
• Support purchasing with record keeping pertaining to order confirmations, material certifications, insurance certificates, etc.
• Works closely with the Accounting Payable department to reconcile invoices
• Support cross-functional continuous improvement of systems and procedures as they relate to procurement and materials management
• Interfaces with all departments and resolves problems and issues with purchased materials and services

JOB SCOPE:

Operates within general guidelines, but must use sound judgment and independent decision making when carrying out job responsibilities. Has the ability to influence and recommend modifying existing work processes. The buyer is held accountable for the profitable performance of his/her work. Failure to meet the expectations of the customer could result in significant loss of future business.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: Foster ongoing contact with both internal and external customers and suppliers. Maintaining and fostering supplier relationships.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must understand the principles and practice of purchasing materials; database management information systems; inventory management; methods of identifying viable suppliers for a variety of products
• Must have strong negotiation skills
• Must have the ability to solve problems and work cooperatively with others when interests diverge.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office (advanced excel) and databases programs
• Must have the ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority and time sensitive projects.
• Must be able to exercise sound judgment, work independently, prioritize duties and follow through tasks to completion
• Must have knowledge of accounting, material/procurement and data processing systems

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate is required
• A degree in business related field or equivalent work experience is preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer, principally responsible for commodities involving machining, metal working, steel plate and shapes, electrical materials, and/or maintenance, repair, and operating materials and supplies in a medium to large-size job shop environment
• Must have experience with all phases of procurement cycle

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

• CPM, CPIM, APP or APIC Certifications are preferred but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. The individual may be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders and may be required to lift up to 20 pounds. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. There may be local travel up to 10% and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This is a full-time remote position. Must be able to demonstrate ability to work independently and productively while remote. On-site work location is available if desired in our Seattle Shipyard.

If working on-site: While in production areas, will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dust and odors. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.

Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth

Responsibility: We act on what we know is right

Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world

Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical

RX

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

LTD

STD

EAP

Discretionary bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)

10 paid holidays

PTO

401(k)

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.

In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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