Buyer I

Buyer I 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. Responsibilities include identifying potential sources for required materials or services and developing and issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs). The Buyer I will receive, review, and negotiate subcontractor proposals, manage the source selection process, conduct independent cost/price analysis, develop subcontract documents, coordinate and participate in subcontractor surveys and program reviews, provide subcontract advice and counsel, enter administrative and financial data on subcontracts, develop subcontract specifications, write subcontract packages, prepare awards, administer resulting subcontracts, and negotiate additions, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree or an Associate degree and 2 years of equivalent experience, in lieu of a degree, a High School Diploma and 4 years of equivalent experience. Proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience working with internal/external suppliers or customers are also required. Preferred qualifications include 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, APICS Certification CPIM, and ISM Certification C.P.M.

Created: 2026-03-05