Buyer

Peterson Cat

Buyer sourcing materials, equipment, and services for Peterson Cat, a construction and industrial equipment provider. Managing suppliers, purchasing strategies, cost analysis, contracts, and procurement processes across Oregon and California.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeHillsboro • California, Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $36 - $46 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including cost analysis, supplier evaluation, and contract development. Proficient in maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost AnalysisSupplier EvaluationContract DevelopmentPurchasing CertificationPurchasing Systems

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisVolume PlanningSupplier Evaluation CriteriaPurchase Order SystemsProcurement Process EffectivenessContract Terms and ConditionsInvoice Discrepancy ProcessingManagement ReportingSupplier Cost AnalysisAlternative Sourcing

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationEthical Supplier RelationshipsTraining and LeadershipCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Corporate Purchasing CardPurchasing Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Purchasing Certification

Industry Keywords

Heavy Industrial EnvironmentPurchasing LawsVendor OrdersSupplier VisitsProcurement Records

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtain materials, components, equipment, and services
Perform cost analysis and volume planning for assigned commodities
Expedite purchases to meet required delivery schedules
Monitor cost, schedule, and scope to assure quality and value
Design and implement cost savings proposals, alternative sourcing, and supplier evaluation criteria
Develop new contracts, including terms and conditions, pricing, and stocking agreements
Prepare and issue purchase orders and other purchasing transactions
Follow purchasing policies and procedures and place vendor orders
Develop supply strategies through cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, and Support groups
Prepare, issue, and analyze supplier information, proposal, and quotation requests
Generate supplier cost, price, and value analyses
Design and support purchasing practices and supplier contract strategies
Measure procurement process effectiveness and recommend improvements
Maintain and evaluate the approved supplier list
Establish and sustain ethical supplier relationships
Keep the supervisor informed of commodity and supplier issues
Assist end users with purchasing processes and systems
Prepare management reports and maintain procurement records
Travel to supplier and Peterson locations and operate a vehicle as needed
Process invoice discrepancies
Train and lead Associate Buyers
Review credit applications and resale certificate forms for management signatures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s Degree from a fully accredited college in a closely related field
Minimum of 3 years of directly related experience with business transactions, preferably in a heavy industrial environment
Equivalent combination of education and work experience accepted
Purchasing certification is a plus
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Familiarity with purchasing laws, policies, codes, or regulations
Ability to use purchase order systems and corporate purchasing card
Ability to conduct supplier visits, evaluations, and interviews
Ability to travel to supplier business locations and Peterson locations
Punctual, regular, and predictable attendance required
Drug screen and background check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Generous benefits
Promotional opportunities
Total compensation package in addition to base salary
Family-oriented environment
Safety, personal growth, and professional achievement
Room to grow within the company