Sourcing / Procurement / Buyer / Purchasing (Contract Specialist II)
King County
Posted: January 29, 2026 (2 days ago)
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Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves analyzing customer needs in logistics, creating tailored strategies for sourcing supplies in the defense sector, and leading teams to improve contracting and supply chain processes, especially in aviation.
A good fit would be someone with experience in government or military logistics who enjoys strategic planning, presenting ideas to leaders, and working collaboratively on complex projects.
It's ideal for professionals who can turn data into actionable plans to support defense operations.
See below for important information regarding this job. To qualify for a Sourcing Strategy Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.
To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector.
Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.
Creditable specialized experience includes: - Experience in assessing customer challenges, identifying root causes of challenges, and developing tailored logistics strategies that provide outcomes for customers.
- Developing complex briefings and presenting such to Department of Defense (DoD) officials, senior officers and senior civilians.
- Experience with contracting, acquisition, supply chain management and/or logistics management in the aviation industry.
- Assessing and developing long term program management, strategy, and milestones. - Leading a cross functional team.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:
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