Purchasing/Procurement Associate

Description:

Ready for Takeoff? Join a Fast-Paced Procurement Team in Aerospace!

Location: Everett, WA 98204
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Contract)
Pay Rate: $54.56/hr
Schedule: Monday – Friday | Core Hours: 9 AM – 3 PM (must be flexible to work 8-hour days)
On-Site Only | No overtime without prior approval

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.                                               
 


 Your Role at the Frontline of Aerospace Innovation

Join PDS Tech Commercial, a trusted partner in the aerospace industry, and help power the supply chain that builds the future of flight. As a Procurement/Purchasing Associate, you won’t just be placing orders—you’ll be influencing strategic decisions, navigating global supply streams, and ensuring critical parts and materials are where they need to be, when they need to be there.

This is more than purchasing—it's impact.


 What You’ll Be Doing Day-to-Day

  • Manage procurement operations including RFPs, cost analysis, and supplier communications.

  • Prepare and issue purchase orders for a broad range of commodities—machined/sheet metal parts, hardware, electrical, vacuum-formed parts, and more.

  • Coordinate with suppliers to resolve issues like late or missed deliveries.

  • Support contract compliance and performance monitoring.

  • Work with SAP (preferred) and Excel daily—pivot tables, XLookups, filters, and search functions.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including international stakeholders (e.g., Philippines tier meetings).

  • Serve as a key contributor in purchasing activities under general guidance, with autonomy in execution.


 What You Bring to the Table

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree or 10+ years of relevant experience in supply chain/purchasing.

  • Minimum 7 years of direct procurement/purchasing experience.

  • Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and sound judgment.

  • Experience with a range of commodities in a manufacturing or aerospace setting.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLookups, filtering, sorting).

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems—SAP a strong plus.

  • Exposure to CI (Continuous Improvement) business practices.

  • Background in program or project management.


 Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer missions. When you work with us, you become a part of a legacy built on innovation, precision, and passion. Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Work That Matters: Support cutting-edge aerospace projects that impact the future of global travel and defense.

  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values initiative, ownership, and continuous improvement.

  • Growth Opportunity: Learn from experienced professionals in a role that demands critical thinking and real-world problem solving.

  • Competitive Pay: Earn a premium wage for premium work—$54.56 per hour.


 Ready to Take Off?

Bring your expertise, energy, and passion to a role that truly makes a difference. If you're a seasoned procurement professional looking for your next big challenge in aerospace—we want to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of something extraordinary.



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

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


 
Job Number: US_EN_33_022581_2402300
Job Location: Everett, WA
Rate: 54.56
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 07/18/2025
Last Updated: 07/18/2025
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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