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Senior Buyer

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Mar 2026

💰 $94,000/yr($60,000/yr – $94,000/yr)

About the role

Northwest Kidney Centers seeks a Senior Buyer to support the Supply Chain team in a full-time, on-site position (Burien, WA).Shift: Full-time, Monday-Friday, On-site.PurposeThe Senior Buyer reports to the Supply Chain Director and is responsible for all purchasing activities to include sourcing of good and supplies, equipment and vendor management. Additionally this position will be responsible for the coordination and oversight of the Shipping and Receiving Clerk daily activities. Duties1. Develop, lead and execute purchasing and receiving strategies and assists Supply Chain leadership in the adherence of standards of practice.2. Track, analyze and report department purchasing needs and practices so as to aid in the reduction of expenses and improve operational effectiveness. Reviews supply, equipment and service sources and advises managers and supervisors on purchasing matters.3. Partner with stakeholders, business partners and vendor so NKC can access and utilize designated Group Purchasing contracts and locally negotiated contracts for purchasing compliance; purchases supplies, equipment and services; and is responsible for maintaining vendor books, files and catalogs.4. Coordinates and/or performs Supply Chain troubleshooting and expediting functions; and is responsible for communications with department heads, Supply Chain Leadership, and other personnel.5. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Production Supervisor and Warehouse Supervisor.6. Oversee incoming and outgoing supply activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness and condition of shipments. Performs relief assignments and collaborates with Supply Chain Leadership in developing and maintaining the MMIS for data integrity, inventory planning and purchasing fields.7. Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be required and provides staff guidance on industry and operational standards.8. Work collaboratively with customer and business partners and business office for productive and cost effective procurement methods that are in compliance with standard accounting principles. Supervision and CoordinationThis position is responsible for coordinating purchasing and receiving programs with other NKC personnel. This applies to employees and supervisors in other departments, dialysis facilities and affiliated organizations, and the Northwest Kidney Centers Foundation. May provide department oversight in absence of warehouse manager or other leadership. RequirementsThe Senior Buyer should have a 4 year college degree pertaining to business, purchasing or Supply Chain management and a minimum of 2 years department oversight experience with shipping and receiving. Additionally this candidate should have the equivalent of two years previous buying and purchasing experience, preferably in healthcare. Learn more about us, NKC on YouTube Benefit offerings for eligible employees (.6-1.0 FTE):

Choice of 3 medical insurance plans: Premera Blue Cross (HDHP, Low Option PPO, High Option PPO)
Delta Dental & Vision Services Plan
401 Retirement Plan, Employer Match dollar for dollar up to 4% of your wages and an additional 1% Discretionary Match
Disability benefits: Short-term & Long-term Plans
Life & AD&D Plans
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $4,000 annually
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Scholarship Program
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
100% employer subsidized Commute/Transit Benefits available
Paid Time Off (PTO) includes personal time off an