Buyer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Buyer in United States.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to support critical procurement operations within a fast-paced and mission-driven environment. As a Buyer, you will manage end-to-end sourcing and purchasing activities for government-related and commercial programs, ensuring operational efficiency, supplier reliability, and regulatory compliance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify strategic sourcing opportunities, negotiate supplier agreements, and maintain strong supply chain performance. The position combines tactical procurement responsibilities with long-term supplier development and market analysis, making it ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and negotiation skills. Working in a collaborative environment, you will contribute directly to procurement excellence, cost optimization, and successful program delivery while supporting high-quality standards across the supply chain.

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for goods and services supporting government and commercial operations, ensuring timely and compliant purchasing activities.
• Ensure all procurement transactions align with company policies, FAR/DFAR regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Conduct market research and strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost-effective, high-quality suppliers and procurement solutions.
• Develop, evaluate, and maintain supplier relationships while supporting supplier qualification, performance management, and ongoing evaluations.
• Create, issue, track, and reconcile purchase orders while maintaining accurate procurement records and audit-ready documentation.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions to secure optimal value and minimize risk.
• Collaborate with Operations, Contracts, Accounting, Program Management, and Quality teams to forecast procurement needs and support overall supply chain objectives.
• Monitor deliveries, resolve discrepancies, expedite shipments when necessary, and coordinate corrective actions for rejected or defective materials.
• Prepare procurement reports, performance metrics, and analyses to support leadership decision-making and operational improvements.
• Recommend process and policy enhancements to improve procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and overall operational effectiveness.

Requirements:

• 3–6 years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing experience, preferably supporting U.S. Government contracts.
• Strong understanding of FAR and DFAR procurement regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, qualification, market research, bid evaluation, and procurement negotiations.
• Familiarity with government contracting ERP systems such as Costpoint or similar procurement and material management platforms.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain coordination across Accounting, Contracts, Program Management, and Quality functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ITAR/EAR procurement processes and foreign supplier sourcing is considered an advantage.
• Professional purchasing certifications such as CPM, CPSM, or equivalent are a plus.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a detail-oriented and deadline-driven environment.
• Comfortable working in operational environments that may occasionally involve exposure to varying physical conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience, skills, and market factors.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off for vacation and personal needs.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative and mission-focused environment.
• Exposure to strategic procurement operations supporting high-impact programs.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace culture committed to equal opportunity and diversity.