Buyer II
Hotstart IncWashington, United States
Posted January 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Hotstart Inc is a manufacturing firm that specializes in thermal management solutions, collaborating closely with production, quality, design, and engineering teams to deliver high‑precision products. The company also manages aftermarket sales to support customer needs and drive continued growth.
Job Description
Hotstart is seeking a Purchasing Agent (Buyer II) to work closely with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
Requirements
- Process requisitions, issue purchase orders, and manage order tracking to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and reliability criteria.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with vendors to achieve cost savings and favorable agreements.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or service.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and inventory teams to determine material needs and priorities.
- Evaluate inventory levels for products and supplies and monitor trends to determine order points and purchase quantities.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement in the procurement cycle and recommend strategies to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with accounting and suppliers to address discrepancies with invoices, purchase orders, or shipments.
