Buyer III / Supplier Management Specialist

intellipro; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliPro in Kent, WA is hiring a Buyer III / Supplier Management Specialist for a contracted on-site role. You will manage supplier relationships, chase overdue POs, and drive on-time delivery while reducing costs.

The position is 100% on-site with a contract through 12/31/2026 and potential extensions. You will analyze metrics, conduct price analyses, negotiate multi-category services, and ensure compliant procurement processes from requisition to final payment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, specifically in Supply Chain Services Procurement.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier identification, and evaluation.
• Ability to engage with different internal and senior stakeholders across teams.
• Analytical approach with strong negotiation, communication, and data skills.

Responsibilities

• This role focuses on supplier management, escalation, and follow up to ensure on-time delivery.
• Drive down overdue POs through daily follow-up, escalation, and root-cause analysis.
• Improve supplier on-time delivery and implement corrective actions for chronic underperformers.
• Secure timely PO acknowledgment confirming price, quantity, delivery date, and terms.
• Track daily metrics (overdue POs, PO acknowledgment rate, OTD, cycle time, cost savings).
• Source, negotiate, and procure services across various categories.
• Manage procurement from requisition to final payment and resolve process issues.
• Conduct price analyses and lead negotiations; ensure compliant service procurement.
• Maintain procurement documentation and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Job description

Job Title: Buyer III / Supplier Management Specialist

Location: Kent, WA

Position Type: Contracted - 09/21/2026 - 12/31/2026 (Possible Extension or Permanent but not Guaranteed)

Job Type: 100% On-Site

Pay rate: $71.87/-hr on W2

Qualification Questions:

1. Describe your experience managing suppliers and resolving overdue purchase orders or delivery issues. What results did you achieve?
2. What procurement metrics have you tracked (e.g., on-time delivery, overdue POs, supplier performance), and how have you used that data to improve outcomes?
3. Tell us about a time you had to follow up persistently with suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet a critical deadline. What was the situation and outcome?

Key Responsibilities:

• This is less of a true negotiation buyer role and more of a supplier management, escalation, and follow up position. The majority of this role will be spend chasing down suppliers for updates and on time delivery.
• Drive down overdue purchase orders through daily follow-up, escalation, and root-cause resolution; own the aging backlog for your assigned categories and suppliers
• Improve supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance against committed dates; identify chronic underperformers and implement corrective action plans
• Secure and enforce timely PO acknowledgement from suppliers, confirming price, quantity, delivery date, and terms
• Track and manage daily metrics (overdue POs, PO acknowledgement rate, OTD, cycle time, cost savings) and report status to leadership
• Source, negotiate, and procure services across various categories
• Manage the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices, and be accountable for resolving issues within this process
• Conduct price analysis in support of supplier proposals and lead formal negotiations of all types
• Review service procurement requests for compliance, implement contracts, and engage with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing, service, and terms while reducing costs and minimizing risk
• Ensure professional and consistent supplier management, cultivating relationships across the supply base in alignment with internal policies
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records for all agreement types
• Identify cost-saving opportunities
• Track and manage daily metrics

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, specifically in Supply Chain Services Procurement
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier identification, and evaluation
• Experience sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers across multiple service categories
• Independent and entrepreneurial work style; experience in a hyper-growth company or comparable environment is desirable
• Strong ability to engage with different internal and senior stakeholders and work effectively with multiple functional teams
• Essential skills include an analytical approach, excellent negotiation abilities, strong communication skills, and comfort operating at all hierarchy levels
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations (i.e., FAR, DFAR compliance)
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven mindset with experience establishing and tracking program metrics
• Ability to perform written price reasonableness determinations and price analyses using various pricing methods and data sources
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload on a daily basis
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace or other technical industries
• Experience with Government Contracts

About Us:

Founded in 2009, IntelliPro is a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. We continue leading global talent solutions with a dynamic presence in over 160 countries, including the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Japan, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and the EU.

IntelliPro, a global leader connecting individuals with rewarding employment opportunities, is dedicated to understanding your career aspirations. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, IntelliPro values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected group status. Moreover, our Inclusivity Commitment emphasizes embracing candidates of all abilities and ensures that our hiring and interview processes accommodate the needs of all applicants. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusivity at https://intelliprogroup.com/.

Compensation:

The pay offered to a successful candidate will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, and more. Additionally, IntelliPro provides a comprehensive benefits package, all subject to eligibility.