Production Buyer Planner

Albertsons Companies • Bellevue, WA

5d • $26 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Buyer Planner is an onsite, nonunion, hourly position based at the Bellevue Beverage Plant in Bellevue, Washington. The role sources and purchases materials needed for production while planning production schedules and monitoring inventory. It works closely with suppliers and production, quality, and supply chain teams to support reliable delivery, quality, pricing, and compliance. The salary range is $26.09 to $34.78 per hour.

Requirements

• Previous experience in procurement, production planning, or supply chain management; preferably in the beverage or food industry.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and adherence to company purchasing policies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, packaging, and supplies to support production.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships to secure favorable pricing, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Plan and maintain production schedules based on sales forecasts and inventory levels.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust them to avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to align material needs and delivery timelines.
• Analyze data and prepare reports on purchasing, production, and inventory metrics.
• Manage supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, or pricing issues.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement and production planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, including SOX requirements, for purchasing and financial reporting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Sick pay accrued based on hours worked
• PTO/Vacation Pay accrued based on hours worked or Flexible Time Off
• Paid holidays (8–9 days annually)
• Bereavement pay
• Retirement benefits, such as 401(k) eligibility; pension and/or 401(k) eligibility may be available
• Quarterly bonus may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed