Buyer jobs in Bellingham, WA
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- Lifeskills Connection Inc.
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Woolley, WA
FULL_TIME
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PositionBuyerReports ToFinance & Administration Manager
DepartmentPurchasingFLSA STATUSNon-Exempt
Primary Position Objectives
Perform intermediate professional work procuring a variety of services, supplies, materials and equipment in accordance with company, customer and legal requirements. The Purchasing Agent will proactively consider price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise to support the business and meet contract obligations.
Position Responsibilities
Key ResponsibilitiesBrief Description of Duties
AdministrationProcedures- Maintain current knowledge of and ensures all procurement actions are completed in accordance with the Acquisition Policy & Procurement Manual
- Procure for parts, supplies, and services including those with unique aspects or critical characteristics using the most effective method
- Conduct market research, identify potential vendors, and create solicitation packages
- Evaluate offers, comparative price analyses for reasonableness and recommends awards
- Assemble, review, and maintain administrative files related to procurements
- Evaluate incoming requests for completeness including due dates, accounting codes, item descriptions, quantities, etc.
- Maintain logs, as required, and needed, to timely and accurately track procurements from receipt to closure
- Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers to include resolving issues expeditiously, providing updates and resolving concerns
- Maintain records of performance and charts of assigned key performance indicators
- Perform other duties as assigned
Position Competencies
Key CompetenciesPerformance Standards/Results
EffectiveCommunication- Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
- Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
- Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend
Organization of Work- Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
- Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
- Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
- Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community level clearance
Experience
At least two (2) years of experience procuring materials and services in a maintenance and/or construction environment
Education
High school graduate or equivalent GED
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste and to smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.
Benefits Include
- Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
- 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
- Paid Holidays, PTO More
Disclaimer:As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.
All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.
LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyle Wagner, Human Resource Manager, 833-311-1661 ext. 203 and kyle.wagner@lifeskillsconnection.com for assistance.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime. - 18 Days Ago
Buyer
- Skagit Regional Health
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Mount Vernon, WA
FULL_TIME
- Buyer - 2854 US:WA:Mount Vernon | Administrative Non-Clinical Support | Full Time 0.6 FTE or More Posted yesterday ApplySave Description Department: Materials Management SVH Exempt: No Schedule: DAYS ...
- 28 Days Ago
Buyer
- Rust-Oleum
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Burlington, WA
FULL_TIME
- Employer Description: Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional clea...
- 1 Month Ago
Buyer
- LifeSkills Connection, Inc./Cascades Job Corps
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Woolley, WA
FULL_TIME
- `Position BuyerReports To Finance & Administration ManagerDepartment PurchasingFLSA STATUS Non-ExemptPrimary Position Objectives Perform intermediate professional work procuring a variety of services,...
- 1 Month Ago
Strategic Buyer
- Rust-Oleum
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Burlington, WA
FULL_TIME
- Employer Description: Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional clea...
- 23 Days Ago
Buyer - Purchasing
- VT Volant Aerospace
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Burlington, WA
FULL_TIME
- Summary Compiles information and records to prepare purchase orders for procurement of material by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Verifies nomenclature and sp...
- 29 Days Ago
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Grocery Order Writer (Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time
- Whole Foods Market IP, L.P.
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Bellingham, WA
- Job Description Orders, replenishes and merchandises grocery products and participate in WFM program for purchasing and ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Territory Manager
- Vestis
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Bellingham, WA
- OVERVIEW: The Territory Manager has responsibility of an assigned service territory with direct supervision of route rep...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Convenience Store Cashier
- Urban Market LLC
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Bellingham, WA
- Job Description Job Description Gas Station Employee Must be 21 or over *at 90 days of employment : $300 signing bonus, ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Part time 3-month Accounts Receivable Collection Coordinator needed in Bellingham! - S972
- Express Pros Bellingham
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Bellingham, WA
- Seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Collection Coordinator to ensure prompt payment retrieval, resolve discrep...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Buyer II
- EnerSys Brasil Ltda.
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Bellingham, WA
- Job Title: Buyer II Location: Bellingham, WA, US, 98226 Job Description: EnerSys is the global leader in stored energy s...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Northwest Field Enumerator Burlington, Sedro-Wooley, Mt. Vernon - No Experience Required
- National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
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Mount Vernon, WA
- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) is looking to hire a detail-oriented part time Fiel...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Operations Assistant Career Alert! Join a team that offers flexible hours, competitive compensation, and benefit package! - S971
- Express Pros Bellingham
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Bellingham, WA
- Operations Assistant -Offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry, contributing to the provision of...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Territory Manager
- Vestis
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Bellingham, WA
- OVERVIEW: The Territory Manager has responsibility of an assigned service territory with direct supervision of route rep...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Bellingham, Washington
The city is located at 48°45′N 122°29′W / 48.750°N 122.483°W / 48.750; -122.483 (48.75, −122.48).
The city is situated on Bellingham Bay which is protected by Lummi Island, Portage Island, and the Lummi Peninsula, and opens onto the Strait of Georgia. It lies west of Mount Baker and Lake Whatcom (from which it gets its drinking water) and north of the Chuckanut Mountains and the Skagit Valley. Whatcom Creek runs through the center of the city. Bellingham is 18 miles (29 km) south of the US-Canada border and 50 miles (80 km) southeast of Vancouver.
According to the United States Census Burea...
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Income Estimation for Buyer jobs
$68,194 to $86,546
Bellingham, Washington area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago
were up 2.9% from a year ago
What does a Buyer do?
Buyer
Review supplies, works and services to ensure compliance with company procedures and best procurement practice.
December 19, 2022
Create and review statement of need, market research, brand name justification, and independent government cost estimate documents for past, current, and upcoming procurements.
December 29, 2022
Organize/coordinate, analyze/interpret, problem solve, plan, communicate, prepare written communications, access to laboratory and GMP areas may be required.
January 29, 2023
Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
February 16, 2023
Actively manage supplier performance through consistent communication to ensure proper adherence to purchase order terms and conditions.
March 17, 2023
Provide outstanding customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
April 09, 2023
Interact with various stakeholders to identify business needs, build relationships and sell the features and benefits of early procurement involvement.
April 25, 2023
Manage preparation, implementation and execution of procurement processes.
May 08, 2023
Implement proactive problem solving and improvements that allow more efficient data entry, within pre-established parameters.
May 17, 2023
Participate in the invoice approval process to ensure that supplier invoices are in accordance with purchase order terms and conditions, and resolve issues as necessary.
May 20, 2023