Purchasing Associate Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

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Consistently recognized as a best workplace, and for our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community partnerships, BNBuilders hires the very best in the construction industry and strives to create an environment that encourages innovation, responsibility, and client satisfaction. If you are looking to be a part of an open, supportive team and receive exciting challenges that promote personal and professional growth, look no further than BNBuilders!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Associate (indirect) is responsible for purchasing materials, tools and equipment to assist in the successful execution of projects. Process purchasing requests, track orders from request to delivery, work with end-users to ensure order accuracy.

SALARY RANGE: $29.00 - $37.00 hourly, $60,320.00 - $76,960.00 annually (companywide)

Pay is based on a number of factors including market location.

BENEFITS:

• Group medical, vision and dental insurance including choice of two benefit plans - a PPO plan and a high deductible / Health Saving Account Plan with company contribution to HSA.
• Company-paid Short- & Long-Term Disability plans, group Life Insurance, and AD&D plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans (for health care and dependent care)
• Vacation accrued on a weekly basis at a full-time annualized equivalent rate of 15 days (3 work weeks) per year.
• Sick Leave accrued at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked with a carryover of 80 hours
• 10 paid Holidays each year
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Discretionary Bonus based on company profitability and your manager's assessment of your performance.  
• A 401(k) savings plan under which BNB matches the first three percent of your deferral with a 100% match and the next two percent with a 50% match for a total matching contribution of 4% of your pay.  You are immediately 100% vested in all contributions (including BNB match).  We provide both traditional (Pre-Tax) and Roth (post -tax) contribution options in our 401(k) plan.

• We're also proud to be an employee-owned company. This means you get an ownership stake in BNB through a benefit called an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). It's 100% company funded and is invested in BNBuilders stock.  You can participate in this long-term plan after you complete 1 year of service (with at least 1,000 hours).  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive verbal and written requisitions for tools and equipment from Grizzly operations team.
• Review and source materials and equipment in accordance with established company practices and procedures.
• Solicit quotations for materials and equipment from vendors.
• Review, analyze, and present findings to management with emphasis on best economic value and defined company procurement objectives.
• Communicate with estimators and Project Managers.
• Interview vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price and availability.
• Maintain procurement analytics and records, such as items purchased, cost and product quality
• Ensure all purchased product meets specifications and adds value to the customer.
• Clearly communicate with and support the Grizzly operations team.
• Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Perform additional duties as directed by Grizzly leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• AA in business, construction management, supply chain management or equivalent degree
• 2 + years' experience in construction or manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• 2 + years demonstrated procurement experience in a fast-paced business environment
• Thorough knowledge of construction tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of procurement techniques, procedures and policies.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients and others.
• Strong written and oral communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate resources to meet internal business objectives and customer expectations.
• Thorough knowledge of effective and efficient production and manufacturing methods.
• Thorough knowledge of company product, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to effectively manage conflict.

TRAVEL: Up to 20%

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.

Must be able to occasionally reach above shoulder level; bend at waist level and below waist level; must be able to climb ladders and all types of equipment at loading and delivery sites; must be able to spend 70 % of the day standing and walking on surfaces such as bare ground, mud, gravel, concrete, wood and metal; must be able to lift more than 50 lbs.

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.

BNB believes in collaboration, team-building, and a strong supervisor/employee relationship. To accomplish this, the duties of this role are not performed in a remote capacity, and we expect that all employees will complete work in an office/job site setting.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNB, diversity, equity, and inclusion are the driving forces in which our culture is built. We recognize that our unique and vast differences bring a richness to our lives and work environment. This fosters stronger and more meaningful relationships within our company and the communities in which we serve. Our mission is to strive to provide an environment that is respectful, safe, fair, and inclusive, so that we can be stronger, wiser, and better together.

Note: BNBuilders retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.