Warfighter Buyer: Federal Acquisition & Supply

Onward Search; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Part time

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 partners with a defense-focused client to recruit a Buyer (Warfighter) for an onsite assignment in Roanoke, VA. The temporary role runs 27 to 52 weeks and focuses on evaluating requisitions, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely procurement in line with FAR/DFARS and military standards.

Responsibilities include sourcing, entering and tracking purchase orders, negotiating favorable terms, maintaining supplier performance, and coordinating with multiple departments to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 0–1 year or associate’s with 2 years experience.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and aerospace or military industry standards.
• Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and military specifications.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and procurement strategies.
• Ability to coordinate with various departments and manage supplier relations.

Responsibilities

• Identify the best sources of supply based on product knowledge and supplier capabilities.
• Enter and manage purchase orders to support project timelines.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Maintain supplier relationships and track ongoing material deliveries.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve delivery issues and ensure production schedules are met.

Skills

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Federal procurement regs

Military specifications

Supply chain management

Procurement strategies

Cross-department coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Job description

Onward Search partners with a defense-focused client to recruit a Buyer (Warfighter) for an onsite assignment in Roanoke, VA. The temporary role runs 27 to 52 weeks and focuses on evaluating requisitions, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely procurement in line with FAR/DFARS and military standards.

Responsibilities include sourcing, entering and tracking purchase orders, negotiating favorable terms, maintaining supplier performance, and coordinating with multiple departments to