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:
401k: A 6% match after six months of employment.
Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Additional Benefits:
Long-term disability insurance
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Two weeks of paid vacation to start
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
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:
401k: A 6% match after six months of employment.
Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Additional Benefits:
Long-term disability insurance
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Two weeks of paid vacation to start
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