Associate Buyer

Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA

Full time

On-site

Manufacturing & ProductionSupply Chain & Procurement

• $29 – $36 per hour

About BRINC:

At BRINC, we are redefining public safety with an innovative ecosystem of life-saving tools. Our journey started with the development of drones and ruggedized throw phones, designed to access unsafe areas and establish communication to de-escalate situations. Today, we've expanded into creating and deploying 911 response networks, where drones are dispatched to 911 calls to provide real-time visual data, enhancing safety and enabling de-escalation-focused responses. Our cutting-edge solutions are utilized by over 600 public safety agencies across America and the company has raised over $150M from investors, including Index Ventures, Motorola Solutions, Sam Altman, Dylan Field, Mike Volpe, Alexandr Wang and more. At BRINC, we are committed to recruiting the world's best talent to join us in our mission to support first responders in saving lives.

About this Role:

BRINC is seeking an Associate Buyer to join the procurement team. You will be responsible for reviewing purchasing tickets, communicating with suppliers on price/lead time, issuing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate procurement data in our ERP tool. The Buyer will work closely with our Global Demand Planner to understand product forecasts and how to utilize our supply chain to maintain healthy inventory positions. They will also partner with other departments, such as logistics, finance, and production, to ensure procurement activities support business goals. The ideal candidate will have high attention to detail and will demonstrate effective communication with both internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vendor Management:

  • Maintaining vendor follow-through and communication including tracking PO status and cancelling expired POs.

  • Working with vendors to reach favorable pricing/lead time/payment terms.

  • Relay any issues related to supplier performance and/or product quality.

  • Partner with global supply chain on any customs related issues.

• Procurement Operations:

  • Manage the end-to-end procurement process including requisition, order placement, and delivery tracking.

  • Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

  • Ensure procurement process is adhered to, including required information and approvals. Support invoice reconciliation.

  • Maintain accurate data in procurement tool related to delivery forecasts, PO modifications, pricing, lead times, part number/revision changes, etc.

  • Work closely with engineering teams to support new sourcing initiatives for R&D and NPI.

• Reporting and Analysis:

  • Prepare and present procurement reports, metrics, and analysis to senior management.

  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong communication skills

• Experience with Excel

Preferred Skills:

• 3+ years of Excel experience

• 1+ years of ERP/MRP experience

• Proven experience in global procurement, sourcing, or supplier management

• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

BRINC Culture Values:

• Try the hard stuff

• Be innovative - Invent the future

• Move fast

• Listen to end-users

• Strive for excellence

• Don’t build a dystopia

• Be frugal

• Save lives through technology

If you’re interested in this role and in joining BRINC, we hope you’ll apply. We’d love to review your application and get to know more about you!

BRINC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is resolute in cultivating an environment that promotes safety, diversity, inclusion and equity. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering every employee so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need, please let our recruiting team know - we strive to provide appropriate accommodation and assistance.

Benefits and perks listed below may vary based on the nature of your employment with BRINC and/or the country within which you work

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for our employees and their families

• 401K plan

• Maternity and paternity leave

• Flexible Time Off (Exempt) / Paid time off (Non-Exempt)

• Flexible work environment

• Orca pass (for those in Puget Sound)

• Free parking (Seattle office)

• Free snacks, drinks and espresso (Seattle office)