Buyer​/Procurement Analyst

Buyer/Procurement Analyst Stratford, CT Posted: 6/4/2026

Job #:

218376

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Buyer/Procurement Analyst, in Stratford, CT. Job

Pay Rate: $24 - $35/hr

Description:

Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. May prepare request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education

Procurement/buying experience

SAP experience

Self-starter with the ability to manage a high volume of purchase requirements, supply chain related tasks related to their assigned commodity/desk and associated purchase orders

Must be highly organized and customer service focused

Able to work independently in a virtual environment

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and Daily Pay (in some locations).

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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