Buyer I

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer I to support our growing organization. This role will be responsible for procuring materials, goods, and services required to support business operations while embodying the company’s core values of Deploy Faster, Operate with Confidence, and Design with Purpose. The Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring all procurement activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as contractual requirements. This role focuses on sourcing reliable suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality standards and cost controls. The Buyer works closely with internal stakeholders to align purchasing activities with production schedules, inventory targets, and budgetary requirements, enabling efficient execution and thoughtful, purpose‑driven decision‑making. What You’ll Do Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and reliability to support rapid and effective deployment of materials. Ensure procurement activities comply with government contracting requirements, including but not limited to FAR/DFARS Prepare, review, and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approval limits, ensuring accuracy and accountability. Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and contracts to achieve cost savings and favorable agreements while balancing speed, risk, and long‑term value. Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on‑time delivery and proactively resolve discrepancies related to quantity, quality, or pricing. Collaborate with planning, operations, engineering, and finance teams to understand demand and purchasing requirements, supporting well‑designed and intentional sourcing solutions. Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and documentation in Deltek Costpoint to ensure data integrity and audit readiness. Analyze inventory levels and usage trends to support optimal stock levels, reduce risk, and minimize excess or obsolete inventory. Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within procurement and supplier processes to streamline workflows and improve performance. Support supplier performance reviews and corrective action efforts as needed, promoting trust and consistency in supplier relationships. Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, cybersecurity requirements, and applicable regulations. What You’ll Bring Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience) 1-3years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related business function Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate skills in Excel preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities Willingness to learn ERP/MRP systems and procurement processes Basic understanding of inventory management and purchasing principles preferred Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus, but not required Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement concepts, or supply chain best practices is a plus Knowledge of government contracting, FAR/DFARS requirements, or aerospace/defense industry practices is a plus, but not required APICS or ISM certifications (CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) are a plus but not required Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance Why Join SelectTech? At SelectTech, you’ll work alongside a team that values innovation, precision, and purpose. Your expertise will directly contribute to solutions that deploy faster, operate with confidence, and are designed with purpose—helping us drive mission success. EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY/SEXUAL ORIENTATION/GENDER IDENTITY SelectTech Services complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Department, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io. EEO is Law: EEO is Law Supplement: Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, if applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr