Buyer

Northwest Lineman College•Meridian, ID

19h•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Lineman College is an award-winning institution, providing educational services for the power industry. NLC has been setting an exceptional standard of training for pre-apprentice, apprentice, and journey-level linework since 1993. We are an employer that brings innovation and vision and genuinely cares about the happiness of our people. Our work is fast-paced, fun, and challenging - always hiring for drive, determination, and grit. We are passionate about training because we change lives and improve safety and highly value our customers, pushing ourselves to excellence and making work fun. The Buyer will provide the highest level of customer service while working to obtain all needed product and materials at the desired price point for on-time delivery. This position minimizes cost and maximizes value while maintaining positive and sustainable relationships with industry suppliers and partners and works with supply chain leadership to ensure all operational needs of the company are met. FULL ON-SITE POSITION BASED OUT OF NLC's ROCKRIDGE OFFICE LOCATION (EAGLE & OVERLAND ROAD AREA) UP TO 10% TRAVEL MAY BE REQUIRED WITH THIS ROLE In this position you will have the opportunity to:

Requirements

Associate's degree in supply chain operations/ management, business, purchasing, or related field.
4 years’ work experience in supply chain, purchasing, or a related field.
An additional 4 years’ relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
Supply chain management and strategy
Supply chain software systems experience (NetSuite or other ERP systems)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint)
Vendor management and negotiation strategies
Experience with process improvement and project management methodologies
Knowledge of budget cycles and financial forecasting

Responsibilities

Manage project -based and non-standardized purchasing by collaborating with project teams to understand specific needs.
Work with vendors to source suitable products and oversee procurement and delivery while providing clear updates to the project team.
Standardize recurring purchases by analyzing data to project campus demand, confirm order volumes and oversee procurement and delivery to optimize inventory levels and avoid operations disruptions.
Utilize various technology platforms such as NetSuite to track and report KPI’s, purchase trends, cost savings, vendor records, create PO’s and other reporting requirements.
Collaborate with process improvement teams to integrate procurement practices with broader organizational initiatives.
Align and support purchasing processes with ongoing improvement projects.
Provide training and support on procurement and material management processes, tools, and best practices.