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Buyer

Tukwila, Washington

Permanent

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per Year


A leading aerospace manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our purchasing team. This role involves procuring custom-made components essential for manufacturing tools used in airplane production (not directly for aircraft). This high-impact position requires expertise in managing supplier relationships, reading complex blueprints, and handling low-volume, high-mix custom orders. You’ll be the key point of contact with suppliers to maintain quality, schedule adherence, and cost-effectiveness.


Job Title: Buyer - Manufacturing Materials


Location: Tukwila, WA


Schedule: Full-Time (40hrs/wk), Hybrid upon approval


Employment Type: Direct-Hire


Salary: $65-85k/year


Responsibilities:


· Procure and Manage Inventory


o Place orders, review and manage purchase orders, and ensure accuracy in quantities and pricing.


· Supplier Relations


o Maintain and expand relationships with a high number of suppliers, working proactively to address issues and ensure deadlines are met.


· Blueprint Interpretation


o Read and interpret Boeing and other complex blueprints, providing guidance to suppliers as needed.


· Scheduling and Priority Management


o Coordinate with suppliers to prioritize schedules and resolve workflow issues, holding weekly check-in calls.


· ERP System Usage


o Work within the SAP ERP system (or similar) for purchasing, inventory management, and tracking supplier details.


Requirements:


· 2-5 years in purchasing or procurement, ideally in manufacturing (machining, machine shops, automotive, or aerospace).


· Ability to read Boeing blueprints and complex technical drawings.


· SAP ERP experience preferred; open to candidates with similar ERP expertise.


· Strong assertiveness and proactive communication skills are essential, both over phone and email.


· Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel (ability to analyze and organize data efficiently).


Benefits:


  1. 401k: A 6% match after six months of employment.


  2. Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.


  3. Additional Benefits:



    • Long-term disability insurance


    • 11 paid holidays


    • Paid sick leave


    • Two weeks of paid vacation to start

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year Search managed by: Darian Tang

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy


The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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Buyer

LHH

2 days ago

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per Year

Permanent

Tukwila, Washington


A leading aerospace manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our purchasing team. This role involves procuring custom-made components essential for manufacturing tools used in airplane production (not directly for aircraft). This high-impact position requires expertise in managing supplier relationships, reading complex blueprints, and handling low-volume, high-mix custom orders. You’ll be the key point of contact with suppliers to maintain quality, schedule adherence, and cost-effectiveness.


Job Title: Buyer - Manufacturing Materials


Location: Tukwila, WA


Schedule: Full-Time (40hrs/wk), Hybrid upon approval


Employment Type: Direct-Hire


Salary: $65-85k/year


Responsibilities:


· Procure and Manage Inventory


o Place orders, review and manage purchase orders, and ensure accuracy in quantities and pricing.


· Supplier Relations


o Maintain and expand relationships with a high number of suppliers, working proactively to address issues and ensure deadlines are met.


· Blueprint Interpretation


o Read and interpret Boeing and other complex blueprints, providing guidance to suppliers as needed.


· Scheduling and Priority Management


o Coordinate with suppliers to prioritize schedules and resolve workflow issues, holding weekly check-in calls.


· ERP System Usage


o Work within the SAP ERP system (or similar) for purchasing, inventory management, and tracking supplier details.


Requirements:


· 2-5 years in purchasing or procurement, ideally in manufacturing (machining, machine shops, automotive, or aerospace).


· Ability to read Boeing blueprints and complex technical drawings.


· SAP ERP experience preferred; open to candidates with similar ERP expertise.


· Strong assertiveness and proactive communication skills are essential, both over phone and email.


· Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel (ability to analyze and organize data efficiently).


Benefits:


  1. 401k: A 6% match after six months of employment.


  2. Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.


  3. Additional Benefits:



    • Long-term disability insurance


    • 11 paid holidays


    • Paid sick leave


    • Two weeks of paid vacation to start

Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year Search managed by: Darian Tang

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled


To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy


The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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