Purchasing Analyst

PACCAR•Bellevue, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Purchasing Analyst provides support to Purchasing Commodity Managers and Composites, Structures, Fabrications, and Stampings Department in the areas of quote management, business award, contracts, supplier development, commodity strategy, cost management, supplier performance improvement, and resourcing. Will interface with Engineering, Supplier Quality, Materials and other PACCAR organizations as necessary. This role will be based out of either PACCAR Corporate offices in Lewisville, TX or Bellevue, WA.

Requirements

2-3 years of business experience required
Strong analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Creative, self-motivated quality and results-driven work ethic
Strong PC skills (Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint) required
Able to travel

Nice To Haves

Purchasing or related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supports all aspects of supplier quotations including loading of bids and bid packages, processing of responses, evaluation, and award. Timely processing in support of program and project schedules is essential.
Assists with the development of supplier contracts and agreements.
Supports development of commodity strategies and suppliers.
Develops and implements cost management initiatives utilizing Materials Cost Excellence strategies to improve overall delivered product costs.
Supports activities to drive improved supplier performance in delivery, quality and cost. Travels to supplier locations in support of these objectives as required.
Assists with resourcing initiatives as necessary – bid packages, supplier alternatives, response analysis, selection and award.
Communicates and conducts meetings and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel as necessary.
Other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short- and long-term disability programs
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.