Purchasing Analyst

About the role

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

This role will be based out of either PACCAR Corporate offices in Lewisville, TX or Bellevue, WA.

Responsibilities

• Supports all aspects of supplier quotations including loading of bids and bid packages, processing of responses, evaluation, and award. Timely processing in support of program and project schedules is essential.
• Assists with the development of supplier contracts and agreements.
• Supports development of commodity strategies and suppliers.
• Develops and implements cost management initiatives utilizing Materials Cost Excellence strategies to improve overall delivered product costs.
• Supports activities to drive improved supplier performance in delivery, quality and cost. Travels to supplier locations in support of these objectives as required.
• Assists with resourcing initiatives as necessary – bid packages, supplier alternatives, response analysis, selection and award.
• Communicates and conducts meetings and formal presentations with suppliers, plant, and division personnel as necessary.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of business experience required
• Purchasing or related experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative, self-motivated quality and results-driven work ethic
• Strong PC skills (Word, Excel, Access, & PowerPoint) required
• Able to travel
• Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field

Benefits

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short- and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.