Buyer, Business

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!

• 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

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.

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