Drive Aerospace Programs Forward: Purchasing / Procurement AssociatePDS Tech Commercial Partnering with a Global Aerospace Leader
Location: Everett, WA 98204
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Assignment)
Schedule: Monday–Friday First Shift, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
Pay Rate: $54.56 per hour
Where Strategic Procurement Meets Aerospace InnovationPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to bring on a seasoned Purchasing / Procurement Associate. This role is critical to ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost-effective procurement across complex aerospace programs.
If you’re a motivated, detail-driven procurement professional with strong judgment, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, this role puts you at the center of high-impact supply chain decisions.
What You’ll DoIn this role, you will independently manage procurement activities while supporting program buyers and aerospace programs. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Executing procurement processes, standards, and operational plans
Preparing and managing RFPs, bid packages, and negotiation strategies
Issuing purchase orders, approving payments, and negotiating terms and pricing
Compiling price proposals, cost analyses, and financial reports to support sourcing decisions
Monitoring supplier and contract performance to ensure compliance
Communicating with suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages or delays
Responding to internal customer inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations
Supporting procurement across a wide range of commodities, including machined parts, sheet metal, vacuum-formed parts, hardware, and electrical components
Using Microsoft Excel daily for pivot tables, lookups (including XLOOKUP), sorting, and filtering
Working autonomously with limited supervision while influencing stakeholders through facts, policies, and best practices
Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 7+ years of relevant Supply Chain experience
Direct Purchasing and Procurement experience (planners not required)
Strong motivation, sound judgment, and proven work ethic
Ability to manage complex problems independently
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working in an aerospace or manufacturing environment
SAP ERP experience (preferred, not a dealbreaker)
Background working with CI Business and MPI environments
Experience managing projects and part purchasing activities
Some program management exposure
Why Join PDS Tech CommercialAt PDS Tech Commercial, we connect highly skilled professionals with meaningful roles at industry-leading companies. When you join our team, you’ll benefit from:
Highly competitive hourly compensation
A stable, first-shift schedule supporting work-life balance
The opportunity to influence high-visibility aerospace programs
A professional culture that values accountability, autonomy, and results
Exposure to complex, rewarding work within a global aerospace organization
Ready to Make an Impact in Aerospace Procurement?If you bring experience, initiative, and the confidence to own your work, this is your opportunity to contribute at a high level.
Apply today to join PDS Tech Commercial as a Purchasing / Procurement Associate in Everett, WA.
Pay Details: $54.56 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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