Procurement Buyer

Lamb Weston

Kennewick, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$63,160–$94,750 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Brokerage, Business Support, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Assistance Plan, Food Services, Forecasting, Fortune 500 Customers, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Restaurant, Root Cause Analysis, SAP, Startup, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Transfer Pricing, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills, eSourcing

LOCATION

Kennewick, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Location: Kennewick, WA

Job Requisition ID: Req-260081

Time Type: Full time

About Lamb Weston

You've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar - together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

The Procurement Buyer is responsible for the purchasing of goods and services from approved suppliers, in a manner consistent with approved quality standards and delivery requirements. The Procurement Buyer will be required to support and development of the purchasing function to advance department or organizational goals, objectives, and interests. Finally, the Procurement Buyer is also responsible for the day-to-day resolution of stakeholder and supplier issues. The position will work with Plant and Administrative Personnel, Corporate Procurement, and external suppliers.

Job Description

Incorporate sourcing, contracting, and supplier management principles into daily work activities

Gathernecessary information to complete sourcing events (spot buys), support negotiations, support contracting, support supplier implementation, and support supplier management activities as required

Purchase assigned items, supplies and materials or services in accordance with approved buying programs using the established procurement policy

Assist with projects at manager's direction

Document and resolve supplier quality and performance problems using KPI's, by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence

Assist customs brokers as necessary with entry data accuracy, regulations compliance, parts classification, and transfer pricing agreements for customs processing

Implement of cost improvement projects

Assist procurement resources with category or supplier issues

Lead with identification, development, and implementation of initiatives providing working capital reductions

Forecasting, invoice reconciliation, and good receipts in support of business continuity

Solve supply and service problems, ensuring high levels of pricing / contract compliance and seamless customer service to all Lamb Weston stakeholders

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred; or equivalent related experience or training

5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or related field.

5+ years of working in a supply chain or manufacturing firm preferred

Ability to leverage computer software programs, specifically SAP or a comparable ERP solution, in addition to office productivity tools

Ability to manage multiple priorities or projects

Ability to influence management and build teams

Ability to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead

Ability to maintain, develop, and execute departmental vision

Excellent problem solving, interpersonal,andorganizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to learn quickly while also leading and teaching others

Ability to travel up to 10%

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

Paid Time Off

Financial Wellness - Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

Family-Friendly Employee events

Employee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

Anticipated Close Date: 04/19/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.

Pay Rate or Range: $63,160.00 - $94,750.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law\n \nApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjU2NDcwLjg3NjlAbGFtYndlc3RvbmNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t

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Lamb Weston

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