Buyer II

Protingent; Kent (WA); Remote; USD 81,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDHP/POS plan

Education reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Buyer II on a contract basis for our client in Kent, WA. The role provides purchasing and procurement support, PO management, supplier communication, and invoice tracking.

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate purchasing. This position offers exposure to procurement processes and opportunities to contribute to daily purchasing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience; Master's with 1+ year is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
• Professional communication with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel and procurement basics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with PO management and supplier communication.
• Track invoices and update procurement records.
• Support RFQ activities by gathering pricing and information.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets and procurement reports.
• Verify PO details, delivery dates, and status.
• Escalate issues to buyers or purchasing managers.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excel skills

Supplier communication

Purchasing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2+ years experience in Business Administration/Management or related

Master's degree +1+ years experience in related field

Tools

PADS procurement system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Buyer II Position Description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Buyer II with our client located in Kent, WA.

Job Description:

The Buyer Level II will provide purchasing and procurement support by assisting with purchase order (PO) management, supplier communication, invoice tracking, and basic reporting. This role focuses on routine purchasing activities, maintaining accurate procurement records, and supporting the purchasing team with day-to-day administrative and operational tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing activities are completed accurately and on time.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform other administrative and purchasing support duties as assigned. Identify and elevate discrepancies, delays, or issues to the appropriate buyer or purchasing manager. Assist buyers with routine purchasing activities and general procurement support. Follow up with suppliers on open purchase orders, past-due deliveries, and outstanding documentation. Support simple requests for quotations (RFQs) by gathering supplier pricing and basic information. Assist with basic procurement reporting and maintain tracking spreadsheets. Confirm purchase order (PO) details, including order status, quantities, pricing, and delivery dates. Monitor and update on-time delivery (OTD) reports and communicate delivery status updates. Track invoices, verify invoice details, and follow up on outstanding invoice issues. Update and maintain PADS and other procurement tracking systems. Contact suppliers to request updates on orders, delivery schedules, and outstanding items. Perform data entry and maintain accurate purchasing and procurement records.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, Master's degree with 1+ years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related degree Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established processes. Ability to communicate professionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Strong data entry, organizational, and recordkeeping skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Basic knowledge of purchase orders, invoices, and supplier communications. Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative support preferred.

Job Details:

Job Type: ContractPay Rate Range: Melbourne, FL: $49-$54/hr Kent, WA: $59-$68/hr Huntsville, AL: $51-58/hr Remote: $49-54/hrLocation: Kent, WA (Open to remote as well)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