Senior Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a skilled negotiator with a passion for procurement and supplier management? PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to support our sourcing and purchasing operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building strong supplier relationships, this opportunity is for you.

Pay Rate: $34.06 - $35.09/hour
Schedule: Hybrid
Position Overview

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to support a high-volume aerospace and defense procurement organization. This role is responsible for managing complex purchasing activities, supplier selection, source documentation, contract compliance, and procurement execution in support of government and military aerospace programs.

The ideal candidate has strong government purchasing experience, extensive knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations , and experience working within SAP or ERP systems .

Top Required Skills

• Government Purchasing Experience

• SAP/ERP Systems Experience

• FAR/DFARS Knowledge

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier sourcing and market research in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and company procedures.

• Review purchase requisitions and develop solicitation packages.

• Analyze supplier quotes, proposals, and pricing.

• Prepare procurement summaries and source selection documentation.

• Perform price analysis using:

  • Competitive bids

  • Historical pricing

  • Market research

  • Approved procurement methodologies

• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms.

• Issue and administer purchase orders and subcontract modifications.

• Maintain procurement documentation suitable for government audits.

• Support compliance with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of procurement, purchasing, or subcontract management experience supporting aerospace, defense, or government programs.

• Experience preparing:

  • Procurement summaries

  • Sole source justifications

  • Competitive bid evaluations

  • Source selection documentation

• Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS requirements.

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.

• Proven ability to independently manage the procurement process from requisition through award.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace and defense industry experience.

• Government contracting environment experience.

• Strong supplier negotiation skills.

• Experience supporting audit and compliance reviews.

• Ability to manage multiple procurement actions simultaneously.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong government procurement background.

• Knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.

• Experience with SAP and purchasing systems.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail-oriented with strong compliance focus.

Why Join Us?

• $34.06/hr pay rate

• Hybrid work schedule

• Opportunity to support critical aerospace and defense programs

• Exposure to government contracting and procurement operations

• High-impact role within a fast-paced supply chain organization

Apply Today!

If you have experience in government purchasing, FAR/DFARS compliance, supplier negotiations, and SAP-based procurement , we'd love to hear from you.

Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Senior Buyer and help support mission-critical aerospace and defense programs through strategic procurement excellence.

Pay Details: $34.06 to $35.09 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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