Buyer

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in Renton, WA is seeking a Buyer to efficiently procure designated raw material categories. You will ensure quality, manage POs, and collaborate with suppliers to meet production needs while complying with regulations.

Role requires 2+ years in purchasing, ERP experience (JD Edwards, SAP), and strong communication in English. Occasional travel up to 5% may be needed; compensation ranges from 70k to 90k USD with broad benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required in business, supply chain, information systems or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in purchasing in distribution or logistics.
• Travel up to 5% as needed and proficient with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Supply Review.
• Manage purchase orders from creation to fulfillment for raw materials.
• Ensure materials meet quality standards and collaborate on issues.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory to match production schedules and demand.
• Adhere to procurement regulations and quality standards.
• Build strong supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Promote ethical sourcing and sustainability practices.
• Utilize analytical tools to interpret data on inventory and procurement.
• Support NPI transfers and cross‑department collaboration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, information systems or related discipline

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

Excel

Job description

Description

Summary of the Role: A Buyer is tasked with efficiently managing the procurement of designated categories of raw materials across TSS Renton, aiming to achieve optimal cost and quality outcomes. The Buyer is also responsible for upholding compliance with all purchasing related regulations and principles of the quality management system while actively participating in the establishment and upkeep of these systems.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Participation in Supply Review
• Efficiently manage the purchase order process, from creation to fulfillment, ensuringtimelydelivery of raw materials to meet production needs.
• Ensure the purchased raw materials meet quality standards and collaborate with suppliers to address any quality issues promptly.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Monitor andoptimizeinventory levels, ensuring that stock levels align with production schedules and customer demand while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
• Adhere to all relevant regulations and standards governing the procurement of raw materials, ensuring compliance with legal and industry requirements.
• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with suppliers,monitoringperformance, andaddressingany issues or discrepancies.
• Identifyand assess risks with the supply chain, developing and implementing strategies to mitigate disruptions such as supply shortages or transportation delays.
• Promote and adhere to ethical sourcing practices, considering sustainability, social responsibility, and environmental impact in procurement decisions.
• Utilize analytical tools and software to analyze and interpret data related to inventory levels, procurement, production, and distribution.
• Review and manage change requestsfromProduction
• Set-up andmaintainsystem parameters to run the system as automatic as possible and to achievegood results.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless communication and alignment with overall business goals, escalations, etc.
• Support transfer projects.
• Ensure smooth phase-in of New Product Introduction (NPI) and product transfers in collaboration between Sales and Manufacturing.
• Activelyparticipatein and contribute to continuous improvement efforts, suggesting and implementing enhancements to planning processes and workflows.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in business administration, supply chain, information systems or related discipline required
• Minimum of 2 years ofexperiencein a purchasing function in a distribution orlogisticsenvironment
• Willing to travelup to 5%
• Experience working with ERP systems, JD Edwards & SAP preferred
• Experience working with PC and MS Office, especially Excel
• Experience working with ERP systems, JD Edwards & SAP preferred
• Experience working with PC and MS Office, especially Excel
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good in spoken and written English

Travel

• Willingtotraveloccasionallywhererequired.Numberofdayscannotbestatedatthistime.

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.

Compensation range: $70,000 - $90,000

Benefits offered

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.

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