We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Seattle, Washington. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in manufacturing or equipment purchasing or accountants with strong NetSuite expertise. You will play a critical role in managing procurement processes and ensuring the efficient flow of materials and services.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Place and monitor purchase orders, requisitions, and vendor quotes to meet procurement needs.<br>• Conduct research on parts, pricing, and costs to support manufacturing and aftermarket operations.<br>• Maintain consistent communication with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of goods and services.<br>• Utilize NetSuite to manage purchasing workflows and leverage Excel for accurate tracking and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Analyze vendor performance and recommend improvements to enhance procurement efficiency.<br>• Address discrepancies in orders or invoices and resolve issues promptly.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards in all purchasing activities.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Auburn, Washington on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support day-to-day procurement activities for consumable materials, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep purchasing operations organized and efficient. The ideal candidate brings experience in a manufacturing environment, strong follow-through, and confidence using purchasing systems such as NetSuite.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full purchase order cycle in NetSuite, from order creation through final receipt and closure.<br>• Coordinate with suppliers to verify pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery schedules for required materials.<br>• Monitor open orders and take proactive steps to keep deliveries on track and aligned with business needs.<br>• Maintain vendor information, supporting accurate records, documentation updates, and onboarding-related data entry.<br>• Review consumable inventory levels and assist with replenishment planning to help avoid shortages or delays.<br>• Work with warehouse, operations, sales, and accounting teams to address receiving issues, order questions, and shipment discrepancies.<br>• Research and resolve problems involving purchase orders, invoices, and supplier deliveries, escalating concerns when appropriate.<br>• Prepare basic purchasing reports and track key data points to support operational visibility and informed decision-making.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, strengthen supplier performance tracking, and support cost-conscious purchasing practices.
<ul><li>Conduct frequent outreach to customers via phone and email to follow up on outstanding invoices and resolve account discrepancies.</li><li>Accurately post customer payments and ensure proper allocation to accounts.</li><li>Reconcile AR statements and resolve any discrepancies through collaboration with internal teams and clients.</li><li>Analyze aging reports and provide updates to management on delinquent accounts.</li><li>Apply advanced Excel functions, including V-Lookups and Pivot Tables, to track, sort, and report on AR data.</li><li>Prepare and distribute regular reports detailing collection efforts, risks, and key AR metrics.</li></ul>