Buyer III

Protingent; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k plan

Job summary

Protingent is seeking a Buyer III to own the procurement process from requisition through invoice payment, ensuring timely delivery of production materials that meet technical performance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in aerospace/defense buying or contract management, familiarity with FAR/DFAR and AS9100, and strong analytical skills to optimize supplier performance and costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years buying experience in Aerospace or Defense procurement or contract management.
• AS9100 knowledge and regulatory familiarity (FAR/DFAR/SOX).
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and drive cost/lead-time improvements.

Responsibilities

• Own procurement process from requisition to final payment of invoices.
• Ensure timely, on-budget delivery of production materials meeting tech specs.
• Expedite, communicate with suppliers, and support category strategy and improvements.

Skills

Procurement experience

Aerospace/Defense

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

CSCP Certification

Job description

Job Title

Buyer III

Position Description

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

Job Responsibilities

They take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and are accountable to resolve issues within this process. Supplier management is a critical aspect of the job. They will support the overall procurement organization’s strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved to include delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget and meet technical performance requirements.

Key candidate attributes to facilitate success in this role include influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis, and problem solving. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Expediting PR clean up, Supplier Communication on Bids, and Statusing

Job Qualifications

Minimum 5 years’ experience in buying in Aerospace OR Defense procurement or contract management Experience in Machined Parts or Avionics Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications & source control drawings. 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. 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. People and communication skills. Working understanding of AS9100 standards. An eagerness to identify opportunities, find solutions, execute plans, and evaluate results critically and expediently Highly analytical and critical thinker Maintains passion for solving problems from end-to-end Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, 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

Job Details

Job Type: Contract

Pay Rate Range: Kent, WA: $68-$80/hr Huntsville, AL: $63-$73/hr Melbourne, FL: $57-$65/hr

Location: Kent, WA; Huntsville, AL; Melbourne, FL

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.