Buyer at HR Recruiting Services Beaverton

Buyer 1 job at HR Recruiting Services. Beaverton, OR.

We’re seeking a motivated Buyer I to support our client’s procurement operations in Beaverton, Oregon. In this entry-level professional role, you will be responsible for negotiating favorable terms, securing volume discounts, and managing long-term supplier contracts. You will also prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods, services, and supplies essential to customer-focused business processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive individual looking to develop a strong foundation in procurement and supply chain management.

Contract: 5 months

Location: Hybrid Model with Fridays remote.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers and vendors.
• Prepare, process, and monitor requisitions and purchase orders.
• Support business units in sourcing goods and services that meet operational needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure procurement aligns with company policies and goals.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives within the procurement department.

Scope:

• Supports a specific group or team within the procurement function.

Complexity:

• Prioritizes tasks independently using established procedures and standards.
• Shares standard technical or non-technical information with team members and may clarify details to aid understanding.

Problem Solving:

• Handles issues requiring fact-finding, clarification, and basic analysis, typically resolved within existing policies and processes.

Knowledge &

Skills:

• Entry-level professional role providing support within the procurement function.
• Works under general supervision and receives guidance on new assignments.
• Applies established guidelines to determine the appropriate course of action.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems preferred.
• Experience: Previous internship or experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing is a plus.