Procurement Specialist — Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Premier Pump & Power LLC; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Vacation: up to 40 hours

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Premier Pump & Power LLC in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Buyer I to support production by purchasing materials, components, and services for our engineered-to-order pumps. You will partner with Planning, Engineering, Production, Materials, Quality, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, cost control, and accurate ERP records while maintaining inventory integrity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong organization, close attention to detail, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, and business software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Review material requirements and purchase assigned components and materials to support the production schedule.
• Create and maintain purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Obtain supplier quotations and evaluate pricing, lead times, availability, and other purchasing considerations.
• Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding open purchase orders, delivery dates, shortages, and changing requirements.
• Expedite critical and past-due materials to minimize production delays.
• Maintain accurate supplier lead times, pricing, delivery dates, and other purchasing information within the ERP system.
• Review open purchase orders and proactively identify potential material shortages or delivery issues.
• Coordinate with Planning and Production to understand material priorities and changing production requirements.
• Work with Engineering to resolve part, drawing, specification, and supplier questions.
• Assist Quality and suppliers with the resolution of nonconforming or incorrect materials.
• Work with Accounting and Receiving to resolve invoice, quantity, pricing, and receiving discrepancies.
• Request and compare supplier quotes and assist with sourcing new suppliers when necessary.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, improved lead times, and improved supplier performance.
• Develop and maintain productive, professional relationships with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement of purchasing and supply chain processes.
• Perform other purchasing and supply chain duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP familiarity

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

ERP / MRP systems

Job description

Premier Pump & Power LLC in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Buyer I to support production by purchasing materials, components, and services for our engineered-to-order pumps. You will partner with Planning, Engineering, Production, Materials, Quality, and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, cost control, and accurate ERP records while maintaining inventory integrity in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires strong organization, close attention to detail, and the ability to