Title: Associate Procurement Buyer Location: Statewide Multi Use, WA About Lamb Weston We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950's, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 9,000+ team members around the world, it's our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people. We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you'd expect from the most inventive potato company in the world! Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries. Job Description Summary The Associate Procurement Buyer is responsible for the purchasing of goods and services from approved suppliers, in a manner consistent with approved quality standards and delivery requirements. The Procurement Buyer will be required to support and assist development of the purchasing function to advance department or organizational goals, objectives, and interests. Finally, the Procurement Buyer is also responsible for the day-to-day resolution of stakeholder and supplier issues. The position will work with Plant and Administrative Personnel, Corporate Procurement, Accounts Payable, and external suppliers. Job Description •Incorporate sourcing, contracting, and supplier management principles into daily work activities •Gather necessary information to complete sourcing events (spot buys), support negotiations, support contracting, support supplier implementation, and support supplier management activities as required •Purchase assigned items, supplies and materials or services in accordance with approved buying programs using the established procurement policy •Assist with projects at manager's direction •Document and resolve supplier quality and performance problems using KPI's, by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence •Demonstrate a strong understanding of the P2P process, compliance, and data management •Implementation of cost improvement projects •Assist procurement resources with category or supplier issues •Lead with identification, development, and implementation of initiatives providing working capital reductions •Forecasting, invoice reconciliation, and good receipts in support of business continuity •Solve supply and service problems, ensuring high levels of pricing / contract compliance and seamless customer service to all Lamb Weston stakeholders Basic & Preferred Qualifications •Bachelor's degree preferred; or equivalent related experience or training •3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or related field. •3+ years of working in a supply chain or manufacturing firm preferred •Ability to leverage computer software programs, specifically SAP or a comparable ERP solution, in addition to office productivity tools •Ability to manage multiple priorities or projects •Ability to influence management and build teams •Ability to work independently and as a team player, be organized, and plan ahead •Ability to maintain, develop, and execute departmental vision •Excellent problem solving, interpe