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Purchasing Agent

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

Sep 05, 2025
Country United States of America State / County Washington City Algona Division Aerostructures Company Auburn Function Supply Chain/ Purchasing Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 18581 Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Job Description Position Summary: The Purchasing Agent sources and purchases raw material, parts, machinery, equipment, tools, services, packaging materials, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Confers with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up on orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare bid packages. May be asked to lead and provide secondary analysis to lower level Purchasing agents. Reporting Relationships: The Purchasing Agent reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Review, coordinate, and prioritize procurement activities for company and program PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and other goods Troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues Coordinate new supplier qualification to customer drawing and specification requirements Coordinate and provide make/buy data and determine procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid Prepare, review, and approve purchase orders; provide supplier status on POs as required Maintain orderly reports including electronic filing systems Review, troubleshoot, and design/modify manual and computerized procurement systems for items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance; maintain inventory reports including design and reporting of internal performance metrics to management as required Approve invoices for payment; may expedite delivery of goods to customers May occasionally perform special projects Other duties as assigned Required Skills/Experience: 2+ years of experience in procurement or related support position or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred Experience in manufacturing environment Excellent knowledge of procurement process and customer/supplier interfacing principles Knowledge of MRP systems administration, Microsoft Office Suite, Syteline/INFOR is a plus Strong analytical and problem solving skills and the ability to communicate proactive solutions across functional areas and various levels of management Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong customer service skills Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities Attention to detail and organized Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Level of Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required AA and/or PA of America Certificate preferred All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $75000 to $95000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.