Strategic Procurement & Vendor Relations Specialist

Simplot Company; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Paid Family Building Leave

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Simplot Company is seeking a Procurement Associate for the Pasco plant to manage end-to-end purchasing processes, from vendor selection to PO creation and expediting critical orders.

You will monitor supplier performance, assist with ERP system usage, and reconcile invoices while maintaining inventory levels. The role includes coverage for the Pasco Production Scheduler and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred in business management or office management.
• 2+ years related experience and/or training.
• Knowledge of Purchasing, Planning, Inventory &/or Warehousing.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good knowledge of computer systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Handle all procurement transactions including vendor selection, sourcing, and prompt processing.
• Convert requisitions to PO, expediting purchases, manage approved vendor lists and ensure pricing accuracy.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and support ERP users and procurement workflows.
• Perform invoice reconciliation and resolve transactional vendor quality complaints.
• Maintain inventory levels and provide coverage for Pasco Production Scheduler as needed.
• Communicate efficiently with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Skills

Computer systems knowledge

Communication skills

Purchasing/Inventory knowledge

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred in business management or office management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Simplot Company is seeking a Procurement Associate for the Pasco plant to manage end-to-end purchasing processes, from vendor selection to PO creation and expediting critical orders.

You will monitor supplier performance, assist with ERP system usage, and reconcile invoices while maintaining inventory levels. The role includes coverage for the Pasco Production Scheduler and collaboration across departments.