Purchasing Agent

Company: Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
Location: Renton
Posted on: November 14, 2021

Job Description:

About Us For over 30 years Sekisui Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance. Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century. Are you ready for a career in an exciting manufacturing environment? Position The Purchasing Agent performs buying duties of products and supplies at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, delivery, and other factors per specifications for the manufacturing of aerospace products. Location Renton, WA is located 11 miles south of downtown Seattle with 813 acres of public open space, 13 miles of trails, and 29 public parks. One of which, Coulon Memorial Beach Park, is 57 acres of land and water at Lake Washington's edge. See what's next for you at visitrentonwa.com. Responsibilities * Analyzing ERP Purchasing, Inventory, and Usage Data * Purchase Orders & Purchase Requisitions * Resolving Supplier Issues * Business Development Support (RFQs, Estimating, etc.) * Continuous Improvement & Cost Saving Initiatives Required Qualifications * Ability to effectively negotiate * Strong analytical/mathematical skills required * Skilled in written and verbal communication * Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with a wide range of people in a diverse community Preferred Qualifications * Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment * Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities efficiently to meet changing deadlines Education Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university; or equivalent directly related experience is preferred. Experience 4 to 6 years buying experience, with Aerospace composite and sheet metal and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience highly preferred. Computer Skills * Ability to learn and use ERP software such as EPICOR * Experienced in Excel and Outlook Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, Life and AD&D Insurance Company Sponsored 401k [PTO (Paid Time Off)] [Vacation & Sick Pay] Tuition Reimbursement Schedule 7 AM - 4 PM Monday -Friday Pre-Employment Screening SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required. Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening. Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. People with Disabilities SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site. Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425.235.2750 E-Verify Statement SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allow us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

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