Buyer ( BUYER
Job in
Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85718, USA
Listed on 2026-02-19
Listing for:
SARGENT AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
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Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Management, Business Analyst, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future
With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Buyer I.
Position Summary
The Buyer I plays a critical role on the Sargent team by owning a substantial portion of the subcontracting process with the oversight and guidance of more experienced buyers. The Buyer I will respond to purchase requisitions by defining and justifying a fair and reasonable subcontract award. The Buyer I works collaboratively with the Strategic Sourcing Team to solicit bids and proposals from new or existing sources of supply as defined by the Strategic Sourcing Team.
The Buyer I will evaluate award terms and subcontracts pre award, as well as post award monitor the terms of the subcontract which includes progress, plans, invoices, payments, and performance. The Buyer I will also address any change orders, modifications, or disputes.
Responsibilities
- Identifies potential sources for required materials or services and develops and issues Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Receives, reviews, and negotiates, subcontractor proposals. Manages the source selection process by leading the proposal evaluation team in fact finding, technical evaluations, and cost/price analysis. Negotiates subcontract terms and conditions including estimated cost/price, delivery, quality and performance requirements.
- Conducts independent cost/price analysis as needed; documents the entire process.
- Develops the subcontract document; reviews it for compliance with Government, Corporate and Company requirements; and obtains management approval prior to issuance to the subcontracts.
- Coordinates and participates in subcontractor surveys and program reviews. Reviews and monitors payments, commitments and funding status. Provides subcontract status as required.
- Develops and issues teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
- Provides subcontract advice and counsel to program managers, engineering personnel and other related functions such as finance, quality and contract administration.
- Enters administrative and financial data on subcontracts into various subcontract databases.
- Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and production and global sustainment for multiple contract types.
- Writes subcontract packages for review, prepares awards and administers resulting subcontracts.
- Negotiates additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts.
- Bachelor's Degree OR
- Associate degree and 2 years of equivalent experience.
- In lieu of a degree, High School Diploma and 4 years of equivalent experience.
- Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience working with internal / external suppliers or customers.
- 1-3 years working with DoD subcontracts in the Aerospace and Defense industry.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment and a connection to Supply Chain, Logistics, or Production Control.
- Working knowledge of the FAR and DFAR.
- Prior experience with ERP systems (i.e., Syteline, CSI, SAP, Oracle, Baan).
- APICS (American Production and Inventory Control) Certification - CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).
- ISM (Institute of Supply Management) Certification - C.P.M. (Certified Purchasing Manager).
In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land-based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent's continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company's commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
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