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Buyer III
21218 76th Ave S Kent, WA 98032 US
Job Description
Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract Buyer III opportunity with our client in Kent, WA.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sourcing
- PR clean up
- Supplier management
- Statusing
- Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, SOX Compliance.
- Ensure the timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.
- Maintain compliant and accurate files and data records.
- Strong analytical skills, data-driven, with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics
- Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.
- Must have top-notch people and communication skills.
- Working understanding of AS9100 standards.
- Knowledge of Engineering Data, such as specifications & source control drawings.
- An eagerness to identify opportunities, find solutions, execute plans, and evaluate results critically and expediently
- Highly analytical and critical thinker
- Maintains a passion for solving problems from end-to-end
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, and prioritize workload
- Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scale
- Adept at working with different systems and making recommendations on improvements for both systems and processes
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Desired Job Qualifications:
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Current active DOD Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Access
- Experience in Machined Parts, Raw Material, and Outplant Services buying
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Locations:
- Kent, WA.
- Huntsville, AL.
- Pay ranges based on location:
- WA - $68-78/hr.
- AL - $49-56/hr.
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, 2 insurance plans (100% paid for employee only - HDHP plan, and a buy-up POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Meet Your Recruiter
Laura Duarte
I have been in Technical Recruiting for over 20 years. I specialize in hiring people for technology, engineering, manufacturing, and operations jobs for various exciting industries nationwide, such as consumer electronics, medical devices, space/aerospace/avionics, and nuclear-clean energy. I will listen to you and guide you through the entire job application and interviewing process in a fun and clearly communicated way. My philosophy has always been to be an enthusiastic learner of new technologies and keep the big picture in mind while continuing to be honest, organized, and proactive. I am passionate about helping others find an exciting and fulfilling job that aligns with their goals. I am diversity-focused and especially love helping under-represented folks & Veterans into STEM careers. I approach every job seeker with empathy, equity, and respect.