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.

Accountabilities:

• 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.

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1