Buyer - Seattle, WA

Heidelberg Materials

$73K — $97K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical, economic, financial, or business field preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing and contract management in manufacturing/production or construction preferred.
  • Proficiency in SAP/Ariba and MS Office applications preferred.
  • Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
  • Ability to analyze data and make informed buying decisions.
  • Clear communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Source and procure materials, supplies, and services for operational needs.
  • Issue, track, and manage purchase orders for timely fulfillment.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and logistics teams in multiple locations.
  • Monitor inventory levels and support optimization efforts for uninterrupted operations.
  • Evaluate and manage suppliers based on quality, service, cost, and reliability.
  • Resolve purchasing issues with site stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and support reporting requirements.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution and matching contributions.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
  • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage, and Basic Life Insurance.
  • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.
Full Job Description
Line of Business: Service & Support

Pay Range: $73,240.00 - $97,653.33

What You'll Be Doing
  • Source and procure materials, supplies, and services to support plant and operational needs across assigned region and partner locations
  • Issue, track, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely, accurate fulfillment across multiple sites
  • Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and logistics teams in Seattle, Vancouver, and Edmonton to align purchasing with demand
  • Monitor inventory levels and support optimization efforts to ensure uninterrupted operations across locations
  • Evaluate and manage suppliers based on quality, service, cost, and reliability, ensuring consistency
  • Resolve purchasing issues, including delivery discrepancies, pricing concerns, and returns, in coordination with site stakeholders
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and support reporting requirements across all three locations
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain and procurement processes, driving standardization and efficiency across the region


What Are We Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in technical, economic, financial, or business field preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing and contract management in manufacturing/production or construction preferred.
  • Proficiency in SAP/Ariba and MS Office applications preferred.
  • Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, and supply chain principles.
  • Ability to analyze data, compare options, and make informed buying decisions.
  • Clear and professional communication skills with internal teams and external suppliers.


Work Environment We are seeking to fill three positions that will be based across North America, with locations in Seattle, Washington; Vancouver, British Columbia; and Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta. These roles will operate within a highly collaborative, cross-regional structure, supporting aligned business objectives while ensuring responsiveness to local market dynamics.

What We Offer
  • Competitive base salary
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
    • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
    • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays


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