Buyer; Hybrid

Company Overview

Quest Global delivers world‑class end‑to‑end engineering solutions by leveraging deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside diverse individuals and their expertise, we solve problems better and faster. This approach enables us to tackle large‑scale challenges across aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi‑tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail, and semiconductor industries.

• Provide expert support across various supply chain disciplines, primarily focused on procurement operations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional internal teams to ensure timely procurement and shipment of supplies in support of government contracts.
• Source new vendors and suppliers; assist in gathering market intelligence, pricing data, and process evaluations.
• Execute approved procurement initiatives under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Respond to and resolve procurement‑related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure strict adherence to applicable import/export, excise regulations, and regulatory compliance (FAR/DFAR).
• Oversee full lifecycle of parts procurement — from RFQ, supplier selection, price negotiation, to order placement and delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
• Track contract performance and ensure alignment with contractual terms and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in bids and proposal activities, offering procurement inputs during pricing and sourcing strategy development.
• Lead or participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, supporting coordination between manufacturing and procurement teams.
• Review escalated parts shortages or supply chain gaps and assist in mitigation planning.
• Use SAP (preferred) or other ERP systems to process purchase orders, maintain supplier data, and track procurement status.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a supply chain/procurement role supporting government‑funded projects.
• Familiarity with FAR and DFAR regulations.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Experience with procurement lifecycle from quote to delivery.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Understanding of compliance regulations, import/export rules, and government procurement procedures.

$65,000-$70,000 a year

Windsor Locks, CT (hybrid). 3 days on‑site required. Commute to and from location with personal transportation arrangements is necessary. Shop floor environment may involve extensive walking and lifting up to 40 lbs.

Travel requirements: None.

Citizenship requirement: U.S. citizenship is required.

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short / Long Term Disability