Buyer

Pacer Group; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 123,328,000 - 166,836,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

Job summary

Pacer Group is seeking experienced Material Buyers to support PAC-3 procurement execution by developing and administering purchase orders for specialized materials, equipment, and services.

You will prepare bid packages, solicit and evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and award purchase orders within established authority. This role emphasizes schedule and best value for the PAC-3 ramp, collaborating with SEMAC, GSC, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• 2+ years in procurement and/or working with clients, customers, or suppliers.
• 2+ years using Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong procurement/commercial business acumen.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer purchase orders for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Prepare bid packages and solicit supplier proposals.
• Evaluate proposals based on pricing, delivery, capabilities and value.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers.
• Award purchase orders within authority and procedures.
• Track supplier commitments and support delivery recovery actions.
• Maintain SAP data related to purchase orders and supplier activities.
• Coordinate with SEMAC, GSC, Engineering, Quality, Finance and suppliers.

Skills

Procurement

Purchase Orders

Bid Packages

Pricing & Negotiation

SAP

Microsoft Office

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Supplier Tracking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Grand Prairie, TX (Hybrid/Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract (W2)

Duration: 4+ Months (Potential for Extension or Full-Time Conversion)

Pay Rate: $50.63/hr on W2

Work Schedule: 4/10A – 1st Shift

Onsite Requirement: Minimum 2 days onsite; must be willing to accommodate up to 4 days onsite based on program requirements

Domain: Aerospace / Procurement / Supply Chain

Application Deadline: Open until Filled

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Primary (Must-Have):
• Procurement / Purchasing
• Purchase Order (PO) Creation & Administration
• Bid Package Preparation
• Pricing & Delivery Negotiation
• SAP
• Microsoft Office
• Procurement / Commercial Acumen
• Financial & Analytical Skills
• Supplier Commitment Tracking

Secondary (Good to Have)

• Aerospace / Defense Procurement Experience
• Multi-Functional / Cross-Functional Team Experience
• Purchase Order Changes & Maintenance
• Supplier Delivery Recovery
• Production Schedule Support
• Process & Procedure Compliance
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Ability to Work in Dynamic, Fast-Paced Environments

POSITION OVERVIEW

• We are seeking experienced Material Buyers to support PAC-3 procurement execution by developing and administering purchase orders for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• The Material Buyer will prepare bid packages, solicit and evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and award purchase orders within established authority. This role will prioritize schedule and best value in support of the PAC-3 ramp while working closely with SEMAC, GSC, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and external suppliers.
• The Buyer will also be responsible for resolving procurement roadblocks affecting production, processing purchase order changes, maintaining accurate SAP data, tracking supplier commitments, and supporting delivery recovery actions.
• The hiring manager is seeking two Level 1 contractors and one Level 2 contractor.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and administer purchase orders for specialized materials, equipment, and services.
• Prepare comprehensive bid packages and solicit supplier proposals.
• Evaluate supplier proposals based on pricing, delivery, capabilities, and overall best value.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Award purchase orders within established authority and organizational procedures.
• Prioritize procurement activities based on production schedules and PAC-3 program requirements.
• Coordinate closely with SEMAC, GSC, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and suppliers.
• Identify and resolve procurement roadblocks impacting production and delivery schedules.
• Process purchase order changes and maintain accurate procurement records.Maintain accurate SAP data related to purchase orders and supplier activities.
• Track supplier commitments and proactively identify potential delivery risks.
• Support supplier delivery recovery actions and schedule improvement initiatives.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with established processes, procedures, and business controls.
• Analyze procurement and supplier information to support business and program objectives.
• Work effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve professional and business goals.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of experience in Procurement and/or working with clients, customers, or suppliers.
• 2+ years of professional experience using Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong procurement/commercial business acumen.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within established processes and procedures.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment while supporting tight schedules.
• Willingness to work a minimum of 2 days onsite and accommodate up to 4 days onsite as program requirements dictate.

PREFERRED / DESIRED SKILLS

• Strong procurement and commercial expertise.
• Strong business acumen and financial control knowledge.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in multi-functional organizations.
• Proven ability to achieve professional and business objectives.
• Experience supporting fast-paced programs with tight schedules.
• Confident self-starter with the ability to innovate and think laterally.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Strong supplier relationship and negotiation skills.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or manufacturing programs is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance

• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

DISCLAIMER

• AI Usage Policy: Our recruitment team may use AI-assisted tools to help screen applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters.