Purchasing Agent

Description

Stabbert Maritime is a family-owned and operated business, with locations in Seattle and Anacortes. Stabbert Maritime operates two full services shipyards and manages a worldwide fleet of vessels. Stabbert Maritime is looking for a Purchasing Agent to join their shipyard operations.  

POSITION SUMMARY 

Leads sourcing, quoting, and purchasing activities that are essential to the operation of Stabbert Marine and Industrial, a full-service shipyard with locations in both Ballard and Anacortes, Washington. You will work closely with all levels of the shipyard and accounting and finance team to effectively and efficiently procure goods and services to ensure the team receives the necessary parts, materials, equipment, and services to meet project schedules, cost targets and our commitment to quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Obtain quotes and examine bids from suppliers/vendors to ensure best pricing and availability for supplies, services, and equipment; coordinate with production leads and management team to select final resources
• Place purchase orders and act as the primary interface with suppliers, including follow- up on order status and expediting when necessary
• Develop and maintain strong, strategic relationships with suppliers and service providers, building a robust vendor network to support deadline-driven procurement
• Evaluate new suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, capability and speed
• Ensure we have current documents needed for all suppliers/vendors/contractors, including reseller certificates, certificates of insurance, credit application, contracts etc.
• Assist in estimating projects
• Ensure accurate coding and resolution of discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders
• Technical resource for the shipyard team in the adoption and use of the procurement management system. Perform similar or other duties as assigned

Requirements

Regular job requirements include, but are not limited to, the list below. Other responsibilities within the accepted job scope may apply:

• A passion for the water, boats, building, and the maritime industry
• Attention to detail, electronic filing, and organization skills.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work well with others in a team environment.
• May be required to work more than the standard work week, including weekends.
• Able to travel 5-10% of the time between our Seattle and Anacortes locations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Purchasing and customer service experience in maritime, shipyard, or related manufacturing industries
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and procurement management/accounting systems
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Experience with shipyard metal procurement, including class-approved steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous alloys, preferred
• Experience with Procure-to-Pay software, preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• PTO

Stabbert Marine & Industrial is proud to be an equal opportunity employer If you are a hands-on maritime professional who values teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our growing team.