Strategic Buyer: Supply Chain & Supplier Negotiations

Assistance Technique Internationale; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Assistance Technique Internationale (ATI) in Millersburg, Oregon is seeking a Buyer to support procurement for all operations. This role focuses on processing service agreements, purchase requisitions, supplier negotiations, and inventory management to keep production running smoothly.

You will collaborate across departments, drive cost savings, and own procurement processes with strong communication, attention to detail, and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Attention to detail and accuracy in procurement
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience with service agreements and purchasing requisitions is a plus
• Willingness to learn ATI processes quickly
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset and ownership of processes

Responsibilities

• Review and process daily service agreements and purchase requisitions with timely internal service.
• Participate in supplier negotiations, prepare bidding documents, and discuss pricing/terms/freight.
• Build relationships with suppliers and track benchmark evaluation measures.
• Manage inventory to maximize VMI/consignment and minimize on-hand inventory.
• Coordinate with departments to anticipate needs and avoid line stops.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Self-motivated

Job description

Assistance Technique Internationale (ATI) in Millersburg, Oregon is seeking a Buyer to support procurement for all operations. This role focuses on processing service agreements, purchase requisitions, supplier negotiations, and inventory management to keep production running smoothly.

You will collaborate across departments, drive cost savings, and own procurement processes with strong communication, attention to detail, and continuous improvement mindset.