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Buyer Senior Contract Position

@ Ultra Electronics Maritime Systems Inc (Canadian Federal)

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Full-time4+ years experience
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Overview

Ultra Maritime is hiring a six-month contract Senior Buyer to coordinate purchasing with Manufacturing, Planning and Engineering. The role administers procurement of materials, commodities and services, often above $250K, under FAR guidelines for DoD contracts. Candidates must be eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer procurement for assigned materials, typically above $250K
  • Process requisitions, change orders and requests for quotes
  • Resolve nonconforming material reports through vendor coordination
  • Resolve invoice and receiving errors for timely vendor payment
  • Provide tactical support to Supply Chain leadership

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in related field and 4+ years experience, or associate degree and 6+ years
  • Knowledge of FAR guidelines for DoD contracts
  • Eligibility to obtain a security clearance

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalLife insuranceRetirement planEmployee assistanceTuition support
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-15
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentSupply chain & logistics
Experience4+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyWomen, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Racialized people, Veterans
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (preferred)
Security clearanceOther clearance
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus

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Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

6 month contract as a Senior Buyer that coordinates purchasing activities with Manufacturing, Planning and Engineering departments to acquire quality materials, commodities or services in a cost effective and timely manner.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Administers procurement for assigned materials/commodities (Typically, above $250K and non typical procurements) following company policy and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines when procuring parts for DoD contracts. Resolves nonconforming material reports (NCMRs) in the quality management system by coordination of vendor defective materials report (DMRs), return merchandise authorizations (RMAs) and corrective actions. Processes purchase requisitions, purchase change orders and requests for quotes to suppliers. Provides tactical support to Supply Chain leadership. Resolves invoice and receiving errors to ensure timely vendor payment.Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 4+ years related experience or an Associate Degree in a related field and 6+ years related experience. May be required to maintain security clearance

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries

.

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Company: Ultra Maritime

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