Buyer II

F5•Seattle, WA

31d•$72,100 - $108,100

About The Position

At F5, we strive to bring a better digital world to life. Our teams empower organizations across the globe to create, secure, and run applications that enhance how we experience our evolving digital world. We are passionate about cybersecurity, from protecting consumers from fraud to enabling companies to focus on innovation. Everything we do centers around people. That means we obsess over how to make the lives of our customers, and their customers, better. And it means we prioritize a diverse F5 community where each individual can thrive. Position Summary F5 is seeking a proactive, energetic, and enthusiastic Buyer II to join our Procurement team. The Buyer II will serve as a key contributor in procurement operations with a strong focus on Coupa platform excellence, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is willing to wear multiple hats, and is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Growing knowledge of procurement strategies and supplier relationship management
Hands-on experience with the Coupa Procurement platform, including catalogue support, requisition processing, and purchase order management
Developing understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) processes and best practices
Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under moderate supervision
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset
Collaborative, dependable, and eager to exercise judgment within defined procedures and guidelines
Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a clear, concise communication style
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
3+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
1+ years of hands-on experience with Coupa Procurement, including catalogue implementation and management
Demonstrated experience providing white-glove/concierge-level procurement support
Proven track record of managing requisition-to-PO processes with speed and accuracy
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Finance and Accounting

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Icertis Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform
Familiarity with AI-powered tools and technologies (e.g., Gemini, Copilot, ChatGPT)
Experience in the technology industry

Responsibilities

Support internal stakeholders on purchase requests and purchase order processes within the Coupa Procurement platform
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of supplier catalogues within Coupa, contributing to user adoption and procurement efficiency
Execute requisitions from submission to supplier transmission, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procurement procedures
Help maintain and update Coupa best practices documentation, training materials, and user guides to support the overall procurement experience
Assist in monitoring compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and other internal teams to gather and analyze purchasing requirements and support alignment with organizational goals
Support projects related to procurement process improvements and system enhancements, contributing to operational efficiencies
Identify and communicate opportunities to improve procurement workflows, with input from senior team members
Contribute to data gathering, reporting, and dashboard updates to support procurement KPIs and management review