Aerospace Defense Buyer - On-Site, Entry-Level

Onward Search

Roanoke (VA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance. 401(k) Program.
eLearning and Ongoing Training.
Education Reimbursement.

Job summary

Onward Search is seeking a Buyer to support a defense team in a temporary, on-site role in Roanoke, VA. You will contribute to critical procurement activities for military and aerospace supply chains.

The role involves evaluating requisitions, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms, and maintaining supplier relationships while coordinating with planners to optimize costs and schedules. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Associate's degree with related experience and knowledge of FAR/DFARS and

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 0–1 years of relevant experience or associate's degree with 2 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and aerospace or military industry standards.
  • Understanding of products, military specifications, and federal acquisition regulations.
  • On-site work environment.
  • Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-department teams to ensure procurement success.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate requisitions for specialized nonstandard items and select optimal sources of supply.
  • Obtain and negotiate quotes from suppliers to achieve the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
  • Maintain supplier relationships, establish preferred vendors, and pursue cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Coordinate with material planners to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies in future orders.
  • Manage communication between the company and suppliers regarding material delivery issues to meet production schedules.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge
Aerospace/military standards
Federal acquisition regulations
Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree
Associate's degree

Job description

Onward Search is seeking a Buyer to support a defense team in a temporary, on-site role in Roanoke, VA. You will contribute to critical procurement activities for military and aerospace supply chains.

The role involves evaluating requisitions, obtaining quotes, negotiating terms, and maintaining supplier relationships while coordinating with planners to optimize costs and schedules. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Associate's degree with related experience and knowledge of FAR/DFARS and

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