Buyer II

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions • Mukilteo, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cadrex is seeking a Buyer II to source, negotiate, and procure materials, supplies, and services cost-effectively and in accordance with company policies and procedures. Working under the supervision of the Manager of Global Procurement, the Buyer II supports timely availability of materials while maintaining integrity, quality, and on-time delivery. The position is onsite and follows a Monday–Friday schedule.

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions provides complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for customers across a variety of end markets. The company offers manufacturing capabilities including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching and machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of related experience in procurement, logistics, or inventory.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Associate degree in supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or business accounting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, maintain, and execute the Materials Requirement Plan (MRP), and monitor the materials pipeline to ensure it meets MRP requirements.
• Ensure materials are available to support production according to the Shop Production Schedule through MRP execution, on-time delivery, and coordination of materials movement from receiving to production.
• Issue purchase orders using pricing, terms, and conditions negotiated and agreed to by the Cadrex Senior Buyer, Buyer II, Global Purchasing Manager, and Director of Supply Chain.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to established agreements.
• Optimize order management processes to support effective communication with suppliers.
• Maintain the integrity of master data and purchasing planning parameters to minimize material liability and balance procurement costs with inventory investment.
• Monitor and continuously improve supplier delivery and expedite performance.
• Keep team members and leadership informed of potential delivery issues.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay.
• Monthly remote work stipend for qualifying remote employees.
• 401(k) investment plan with an employer match of up to 4%.
• Education support program.
• Safety eyeglasses and shoe reimbursement.
• Referral bonuses.
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree