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Tactical Buyer II
Posted: 06/18/2026
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Number: 31964
Job Location: Onsite
Industry: AERO - Aerospace
Job Description
Position Title: Tactical Buyer II
Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Tactical with our client in Kent, WA.
Job Responsibilities:
Job Qualifications:
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Job Details:
Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or 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.
Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Tactical with our client in Kent, WA.
Job Responsibilities:
- Execute tactical procurement activities for government contract programs, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and other applicable regulations
- Manage purchase order lifecycle from requisition through receipt, including expediting, resolving discrepancies, and supplier performance management
- Leverage manufacturing background to effectively communicate technical requirements with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers while maintaining cost, quality, and schedule targets
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management teams to support production schedules
- Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate procurement records and support audit requirements for government contracts
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while developing contingency plans
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience, Master's degree with 1+ years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related degree
- Interprets and applies company, policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, SOX Compliance
- Ensure timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.
- Ability to write price reasonableness determinations / price analyses of all types per FAR requirements
- Experience supporting negotiations of all types, including, but not limited to, pricing, terms and conditions, FAR / customer contract flowdowns, and schedule
- Working understanding of AS9100 standards
- Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications, drawings, & statements of work
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
- Experience in procurement of avionics, machined parts, raw materials
- Experience working in Costpoint, Exostar, Windchill, SharePoint, JIRA, Tableau
- Experience working with Certified Cost or Pricing Data
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Location: Kent, WA or Merritt Island/Melbourne, FL
- Pay rate: $52-$68/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, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or 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
Magic Demirel
As a Technical Recruiter at Protingent, I am excited to leverage my diverse background in education, leadership, and technology to connect talented professionals with opportunities that align with their skills and aspirations. My experience as an accomplished classroom educator and EdTech specialist has honed my ability to understand complex skill sets and identify the right fit for various roles.
I am passionate about…
…Building meaningful relationships with both candidates and clients to ensure mutual success
…Staying ahead of industry trends and understanding the evolving needs of the tech industry
…Creating efficient, streamlined processes that enhance the recruitment experience for all parties involved
…Supporting diverse, equitable, and inclusive hiring practices to create a more inclusive workforce
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