Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent

Boeing; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance programs

Time away programs

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security in Mesa, Arizona is seeking an Entry Level 1 or Associate Level 2 Procurement Agent to join our team onsite. The role supports demand and supply analyses, sourcing strategies, and contract documentation while aligning with program and customer needs.

Responsibilities span negotiating terms, supplier performance, and risk management, with travel up to 10%. A bachelor’s degree or higher and 1+ year in procurement or supplier management are preferred.

Qualifications

• More than 1 year negotiating contracts or managing suppliers.
• More than 1 year in supplier management/procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Integrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies.
• Negotiates pricing and contract terms and conditions.
• Prepares and executes negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements.
• Conducts risk, issues and opportunities management.
• Manages supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and financial performance.
• Initiates and executes supplier improvement activities and integrates results into contracting strategies.
• Communicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent to join our dynamic team in Mesa, Arizona.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position Responsibilities – Entry Level 1

• Assists with continuous review and analysis of demand and supply
• Supports the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements
• Gathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunities

Position Responsibilities - Associate Level 2

• Performs continuous review and analysis of demand and supply
• Prepares and executes proprietary information agreements
• Supports sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements
• Communicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Integrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies
• Negotiates pricing and contract terms and conditions
• Prepares and executes negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements
• Conducts risk, issues and opportunities management
• Manages supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and financial performance
• Initiates and executes supplier improvement activities and integrates results into contracting strategies
• Communicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• More than 1 year of experience in negotiating contracts or managing suppliers
• More than 1 year of experience in Supplier Management/ Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• More than 1 year of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.
• More than 1 year of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations.
• More than 1 year of experience working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts.
• More than 1 year of experience with various contract types for example: Time & Materials, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus type Government contracts, etc.
• Entry Level 1: Related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Associate Level 2: More than 1 year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Education/Experience

Entry Level 1: Typically related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Associate Level 2: Typically 3 or more years’ related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Travel

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

• Health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Entry Level 1: $58,650 - $72,450

Summary pay range for Associate Level 2: $69,700 - $94,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 03, 2026

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.