Buyer I
About The Position
Premier Pump & Power is a fast-moving, engineered-to-order manufacturer of industrial pump systems used in demanding applications across North America. We don’t operate like a slow, bureaucratic OEM—we move fast, solve real problems, and expect our leaders to take ownership. The Buyer I is responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services required to support our manufacturing operations. This position works closely with Planning, Engineering, Production, Materials, Quality, and suppliers to ensure parts are available when needed while maintaining appropriate cost, quality, and inventory levels. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with data and ERP systems, and able to proactively communicate with suppliers and internal teams when priorities or delivery requirements change. This is a full-time on-site position located in Vancouver, Washington.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials, planning, inventory, or a related role.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with ERP or MRP systems; NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
- Familiarity with manufacturing components such as fabricated steel, machined parts, engines, pumps, electrical components, hardware, or similar industrial products.
- Basic ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material is a plus.
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.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k) company matches up to 4% of employee contributions
- Vacation (up to 40 hours Vacation time accrued per year in years 1-3, pro-rated in year 1 based on start date)
- Paid Sick Leave
- 8 paid holidays per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
