Buyer ( BUYER

Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future

With continual growth comes opportunity and Sargent has an immediate opening for a Buyer I.

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.

• 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.
• Must U.S. Citizen

• 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).

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus platforms
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• Flexible Schedules
  • 3 & 4-day work week
  • ½ day Fridays

• Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal…