Buyer

Buyer Location: Kent, WA Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 3 months Pay Rate: $41.18–$75.16 / Hour (USD) Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Job Summary This is less of a true negotiation buyer role and more of a supplier management, escalation, and follow-up position . The majority of this role will be spent chasing down suppliers for updates and on-time delivery. Key Responsibilities Drive down overdue purchase orders through daily follow-up, escalation, and root-cause resolution; own the aging backlog for your assigned categories and suppliers Improve supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance against committed dates; identify chronic underperformers and implement corrective action plans Secure and enforce timely PO acknowledgement from suppliers, confirming price, quantity, delivery date, and terms Track and manage daily metrics (overdue POs, PO acknowledgement rate, OTD, cycle time, cost savings) and report status to leadership Source, negotiate, and procure services across various categories Manage the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices, and be accountable for resolving issues within this process Conduct price analysis in support of supplier proposals and lead formal negotiations of all types Review service procurement requests for compliance, implement contracts, and engage with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing, service, and terms while reducing costs and minimizing risk Ensure professional and consistent supplier management, cultivating relationships across the supply base in alignment with internal policies Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records for all agreement types Identify cost-saving opportunities Track and manage daily metrics Required Skills Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier identification, and evaluation Experience sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers across multiple service categories Independent and entrepreneurial work style; experience in a hyper-growth company or comparable environment is desirable Strong ability to engage with different internal and senior stakeholders and work effectively with multiple functional teams Essential skills include an analytical approach, excellent negotiation abilities, strong communication skills, and comfort operating at all hierarchy levels Ability to interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations (i.e., FAR, DFAR compliance) Strong analytical skills and data-driven mindset with experience establishing and tracking program metrics Ability to perform written price reasonableness determinations and price analyses using various pricing methods and data sources Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload on a daily basis Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Preferred Skills Experience in aerospace or other technical industries Experience with Government Contracts Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field Required Experience Minimum 4–5 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, specifically in Supply Chain Services Procurement Benefits Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund About the Client This client operates in the aerospace and defense / space exploration industry, supporting some of the most technically demanding procurement and supply chain environments in the sector. The organization is located in an established aerospace hub and employs buyers, procurement specialists, and supply chain professionals who manage complex supplier relationships, government contracting requirements, and full procurement lifecycle operations across multiple categories. About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr Talentify.io