Procurement Buyer NEW

Kent, Washington
Johnson Service Group
Job Description Job Description

Johnson Service Group is seeking a skilled and experienced Tactical Buyer for a 6-month contract position in the Kent, WA area.

Selected candidates MUST be a United States Citizen and MUST provide a DOB (MM/DD), Last 4 digits of your SSN, and complete an NDA form in order to be considered.

This position requires an extensive background check as well as a drug screen. Candidates must not have any felony charges or convictions.

Job Title: Tactical Buyer

Pay Rate: $65.28/hr

Contract Length: 6-months

Location: Kent, WA

Position Overview:

The Tactical Buyer will support procurement operations for government contracts, executing strategic sourcing activities and managing supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery of materials, components, and services. This role requires a strong blend of procurement expertise and manufacturing knowledge to effectively support program requirements while ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute tactical procurement activities for government contract programs, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS and other applicable regulations
• Manage purchase order lifecycle from requisition through receipt, including expediting, resolving discrepancies, and supplier performance management
• Leverage manufacturing background to effectively communicate technical requirements with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers while maintaining cost, quality, and schedule targets
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management teams to support production schedules
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate procurement records and support audit requirements for government contracts
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while developing contingency plans

Required Qualifications:

• Previous experience in tactical buying/procurement
• Manufacturing or production environment experience
• Government contracts procurement experience (FAR/DFARS familiarity)
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Interprets and applies company, policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, SOX Compliance
• Ensure timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.
• Ability to write price reasonableness determinations / price analyses of all types per FAR requirements
• Experience supporting negotiations of all types, including, but not limited to, pricing, terms and conditions, FAR / customer contract flowdowns, and schedule
• Working understanding of AS9100 standards
• Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications, drawings, & statements of work
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload
• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience, Master’s degree with 1+ years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related degree

Desired:

• Experience in procurement of avionics, machined parts, raw materials
• Experience working in Costpoint, Exostar, Windchill, SharePoint, JIRA, Tableau
• Experience working with Certified Cost or Pricing Data

Company Description Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid time off, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Company Description Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, paid time off, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.