Buyer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. • Pullman, WA • 1d ago

Are you a detail-oriented, strategic thinker with a passion for supply chain excellence? SEL is looking for innovative and driven professionals to join our team as Buyers. In this role, you'll play a key part in building strong supplier relationships that ensure top-tier quality, on-time delivery, and cost-effective sourcing. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited by the challenge of strategic procurement, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

Following established purchasing policies to maintain optimal inventory levels, ensure timely deliveries, and secure competitive pricing.

Executing strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with company goals.

Proactively identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, including market fluctuations, capacity limitations, and commodity trends.

Strengthening supplier partnerships by driving continuous improvement, resolving issues, and implementing corrective actions in line with World Class Manufacturing principles.

Applying core competencies in business professionalism, data analytics, negotiation, and supplier development to support cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Supporting US Panels projects by managing supply chain logistics and advising on part selection and strategic supplier alignment.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field-or equivalent experience.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (intermediate level).

Experience working with MRP/ERP systems.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a knack for documentation and collaboration.

Location

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.

Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range

Buyer I $29.16 - $43.11 per hour. Buyer II $32.06 - $47.38 per hour. We base our starting pay on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location

Communication with Applicants

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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