Technical Buyer - Automation & Infrastructure Projects

Overview

On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12+ mo(s)

Skills

Apache Flex
Preventive Maintenance
Performance Management
Project Management
Electronic Commerce
Logistics
Collaboration
Point Of Sale
Management
Regulatory Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Communication
Data Management
Onboarding
Procurement
Adobe AIR
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Microsoft Excel
Pivot Table
Data Analysis
Negotiations
Project Coordination
Supply Chain Management
Sourcing
Health Care
Legal
Insurance

Job Details

Job Title: Buyer I (Compressor & Air Piping Projects)
Location: Bellevue, WA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday + 1 flex day)
Contract Type: W2, 12-Month Contract
Pay Range: $27-$31/hour (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM

About the Role:
Russell Tobin is partnering with a world-renowned leader in e-commerce and logistics to find a skilled Buyer I for a key automation initiative.

This is a unique opportunity to support compressor and air piping installation readiness work that s essential to powering one of the most advanced supply chain networks in the world.

What You ll Be Doing:

  • Own material buying for compressor and air piping install scope in support of automation projects

  • Request, review, and negotiate supplier quotes

  • Collaborate with internal ordering teams to manage POs and track delivery

  • Coordinate supply readiness and resolve escalation issues

  • Provide suppliers with timelines and manage expectations across teams

  • Ensure supplier compliance with cost, schedule, and quality standards

  • Contribute to sourcing strategy, continuous improvement, and supplier performance tracking

A Day in the Life:

  • 50% cross-functional meetings with suppliers, engineers, and project managers

  • 50% focused work handling procurement operations, supplier communication, and data management

  • You'll receive 2-3 weeks of onboarding, shadowing, and access to tools and resources to ramp up quickly

What You ll Bring:

  • 3-5 years of experience in buying, procurement, or sourcing (industrial or construction background preferred)

  • Knowledge of compressor and air piping systems or similar mechanical/electrical scopes

  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups) and strong data analysis abilities

  • Vendor negotiation experience and project coordination skills

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

  • Ability to navigate fast-paced, collaborative, and sometimes ambiguous work environments

Why You ll Love This Role:

  • High Impact - You ll directly support mission-critical infrastructure projects

  • Career Visibility - Work closely with automation, supply chain, and engineering teams

  • Growth Potential - Opportunity to grow your sourcing skills within a dynamic organization

  • Possibility for Extension or Conversion - Strong performers may be considered for long-term opportunities


Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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