Buyer III

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Level 3 Indirect Buyer (Contractor) to support our procurement operations. This role will manage the end-to-end procurement of indirect materials and services, with specialized focus on standard Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, Engineering Technology/Information Technology (ET/IT) hardware, and aerospace-related goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure and manage the full procurement lifecycle for indirect categories, including COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace materials/services
• Execute process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and service criteria
• Issue Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and conduct competitive bid analyses
• Standard COTS Procurement: Manage procurement of standard commercial off-the-shelf products across multiple categories, identify opportunities for catalog buying and standardization to drive efficiency, maintain relationships with COTS distributors and manufacturers
• ET/IT Hardware Procurement: Procure engineering technology and information technology hardware, including computing equipment, networking components, peripherals, and test equipment, coordinate with IT and engineering stakeholders to understand technical specifications and requirements, ensure hardware procurement aligns with security, compatibility, and lifecycle management requirements
• Aerospace Procurement: Support procurement of aerospace-related materials, components, and services, navigate specialized requirements including quality certifications, traceability, and compliance standards relevant to aerospace applications, coordinate with engineering and quality teams on technical and compliance specifications
• Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and competitive pricing, negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve cost savings and value, resolve supplier issues including quality concerns, delivery delays, and invoice discrepancies, partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure timely fulfillment
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations, maintain accurate procurement records and documentation, support audit activities and reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement and sourcing, particularly in COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace-related goods and services
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier management experience
• Ability to navigate complex procurement requirements in a fast-paced aerospace environment
• Technical knowledge of COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace-related materials and services
• Experience with procurement systems and tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• 40 hours paid time off
• Medical insurance contributions
• Dental vision
• 401k retirement savings plan