PURCHASING AGENT ESR at EVERETT SHIP REPAIR LLC

Everett, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing, Procurement, Supplier Management, Contract Administration, Inventory Management, Financial Acumen, MS Office, LEAN Principles, MRP/ERP Systems, Customer Focus, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving, Project Coordination, Quality Assurance, Risk Management

Industry

Shipbuilding

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Everett Ship Repair LLC - Everett, WA 98201 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $24.00 - $28.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category: Construction Everett Ship Repair is the Pacific Northwest’s Premier Ship Repair Facility. Founded in 2019, Everett Ship Repair “ESR” offers vast ship repair capabilities from its facility in Everett, Washington, for any type of commercial vessels, with focus on commercial workboats and passenger vessels. Together with Nichols Brothers Boat Builders, we are a formidable player in the maritime community of the Pacific Northwest. ESR has built a reputation for high quality ship repair and conversion services since its founding. With the recent addition of Hercules, Puget Sound’s largest to its fleet, ESR has expanded its capacity to serve commercial and government vessels across the West Coast. This expansion aligns with ESR’s long term strategy to invest in people, infrastructure, and capabilities that sustain the Pacific Northwest’s vital maritime industry. Everett Ship Repair (ESR) is seeking a Purchasing Agent that will provide essential support services to our Everett Ship Repair (ESR) facility. The Purchasing Agent is a fully onsite position, working out of our Everett shipyard. This position will be responsible for executing the purchasing and materials requisition processes to support the company’s shipyard construction and repair operations efficiently and cost-effectively. Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, the incumbent will be an integral part of the Finance team while additionally being well-integrated into the ESR operations. What You will Do (Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities): Execute purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices. Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures. Execute procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints. Identify and source new suppliers and vendors. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors. Administer and maintain an approved vendor/supplier database. Administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers. Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies. Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements. Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality, and delivery performance. Monitor supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations. Troubleshoot cost, quality, and delivery concerns. Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases. Execute performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors. Work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements. Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures As requested, assist in monitoring and reducing purchase variances to meet profit objectives. Respond to external vendors and internal managers regarding all aspects of the purchasing and materials requisition process. Maintain and organize historical records. Support special projects on group wide initiatives, as requested. Expediating materials, and reviewing & maintaining backorder reports Qualifications What You Bring to Our Team: The incumbent must be organized, resourceful, and accountable for delivering on commitments to the customer both internal and external. Minimum Experience: 2+ years of previous experience in a purchasing environment. Working knowledge of laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts. Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems Financial acumen Ability to prioritize and manage expectations in a fast-paced deadline driven environment. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate articulately and efficiently with customers and people within the company. Ability to coordinate multiple details related to various projects simultaneously. High ability of customer focus and ability to maintain a positive attitude always. Proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. High School Diploma or Equivalent. Valid Washington State Drivers License. Preferred Requirements: Coursework in business, materials management, operations management, engineering, or related field Experience working as a Purchasing Agent or Purchasing Coordinator in a marine or construction environment. Proficiency and previous experience with MRP/ERP Systems - Sage X3 a plus! Experience with MS Project or equivalent. FAR/DFAR knowledge. Works to continue personal competency through education, outside literature, seminars, or the like. Experience working in a construction or manufacturing environment. Benefits: 401(k) and 401(k) matching Health insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Vision insurance Group Life Insurance with Optional supplemental life and disability insurance programs Paid time off 9 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Culture of Learning with State-Certified Apprenticeship Programs Equal Employment Opportunity: Shared Ice Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, political affiliation, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability. Shared Ice Services is a drug free workplace, and all applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and a background check. Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Agent will execute purchasing policies and procedures to support shipyard operations efficiently. They will also manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.