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The Judge Group lists this Buyer opportunity in kent, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We're Hiring: Buyer II / Buyer III
Location: Kent, WA 98032
Duration: 6+ Month Contract (Extension and potential conversion to a permanent role based on performance)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | Standard Business Hours
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Are you an experienced procurement professional with strong supplier management and purchase order follow-up experience? We are seeking a Buyer II / Buyer III to support procurement operations by driving supplier accountability, improving on-time delivery performance, and managing critical purchasing activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive resolution of overdue purchase orders through supplier follow-up, escalation, and root cause analysis
Improve supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance and implement corrective actions for underperforming suppliers
Ensure timely PO acknowledgements including verification of pricing, quantities, delivery dates, and terms
Monitor and report procurement metrics including:
Overdue POs
OTD performance
PO acknowledgement rates
Cycle times
Cost savings initiatives
Manage the procurement lifecycle from requisition through invoice payment
Conduct supplier sourcing, evaluations, negotiations, and price analysis
Maintain supplier relationships while ensuring compliance with internal policies and procurement standards
Identify cost reduction opportunities and support strategic sourcing initiatives
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
4-5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain services experience
Strong experience with supplier management, sourcing, and procurement operations
Experience tracking supplier performance metrics and driving improvements
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder xhqgsiq management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience with price analysis and cost management
Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Knowledge of FAR/DFAR compliance and government procurement regulations
Preferred Qualifications:
Aerospace, manufacturing, or other technical industry experience
Government contracting experience
If you're interested, apply today or send your resume directly.
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Worksite address
kent, WA, 98032, US
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