Buyer I

Aston Carter; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Buyer to support vendor management and product launch processes while overseeing supplier relationships. This onsite contract role includes competitive pay and a range of benefits. Ideal candidates possess strong negotiation skills and 3-5 years of relevant experience in the buying field.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of buyer experience, preferably in electrical or compressor industry.
• Strong data analysis skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience in materials readiness and buying.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers.
• Review supplier designs and proposals to support business needs.
• Facilitate suppliers’ understanding of global policies and quality expectations.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in management or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

One of the largest tech companies based in Seattle, WA is hiring a Buyer to support a growing team out of Bellevue, WA.

*Contract position with opportunity for extension/conversion. Must be local to the Greater Seattle Area to be considered.

Job Description

The Buyer I will assist the Buying Team in expanding selection by setting up new vendors and items, maintaining the product catalog, and managing pricing. This role involves new product launch coordination, maintaining product cost, retail price, content and images, vendor relations, and assisting with special projects. The position also includes supporting and training as a backup to the Control Buyer.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with key suppliers and business partners to enable and support project execution.
• Review supplier designs and proposals to ensure that scope, pricing, and schedules support business needs.
• Support consistent work package sourcing processes in line with sourcing policies.
• Facilitate suppliers’ understanding of global policies, equipment design standards, budget and cost targets, and service and quality expectations.
• Drive suppliers’ continuous improvement and value engineering in support of program’s performance metrics: quality, delivery, capacity, cost, and safety.
• Monitor suppliers’ supply chain, manufacturing, human capital with respect to overall program objectives.
• Administer change management program ensuring delivery per commercial agreement focusing on cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies to optimize costs and ensure continuity of supply.

Essential Skills

• Strong skills in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as pivot tables and vlookups.
• Data analysis skills for evaluating data sets and deriving insights.
• Experience in materials readiness and buying.
• 3-5 years of buyer experience, preferably in the electrical or compressor industry.
• Bachelor's degree in management or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Worked on large or mid-size projects.
• Experience with general contractor construction, including troubleshooting industry-specific issues.
• 2-4 years of experience in advanced Excel and data analysis.
• Good negotiation skills and some program management experience.

Work Environment

The team is part of the Supply Chain, supporting automation for delivery stations. The environment is fast-paced, ambiguous, and collaborative, with a team of 10-12 people working on multiple projects. The work involves managing electrical contractors, vetting code, reviewing code, negotiating as needed, and some program management. The team culture prioritizes customers and upholds the highest standards while aiming to reduce costs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/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:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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