Buyer II

Buyer II

System One is seeking a Buyer to support a leading aerospace client in Kent, WA. This role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, procurement activities, and strategic sourcing initiatives supporting the development and production of advanced spaceflight systems.

• Manage and direct suppliers and internal stakeholders supporting the external development of spaceflight systems.
• Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to support business objectives.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs), perform price analyses, and develop negotiation strategies.
• Negotiate and manage various contract types, including long-term procurement agreements and strategic sourcing partnerships.
• Own the procurement lifecycle from requisition creation through invoice payment resolution.
• Lead the identification, negotiation, implementation, and management of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs).
• Support procurement strategies and contribute to organizational supply chain objectives.
• Ensure production materials are delivered on time, within budget, and meet technical requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Establish and track procurement metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and program teams to resolve procurement and supplier issues.
• Review engineering specifications, source control drawings, and technical documentation to support sourcing decisions.

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supplier management.
• Experience negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time & Material (T&M), and Cost-Type contracts (CPFF, CPIF).
• Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience tracking program metrics.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work effectively in ambiguous environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and source control drawings.

• Prior aerospace or space industry experience.
• Experience with avionics or fluid system components.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR regulations.
• CPSM, CSCP, or PMP certification.
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint, or similar ERP and procurement systems.