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Buyer III

DP Professionals
  • Melbourne, FL
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30+ days ago

Job Description

DPP is seeking a Buyer III for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace industry.
 
Work location: Onsite in Melbourne, FL. Open to Kent, WA.
Duration: 6 months
Terms: W2 contract
 
Position description:
  • We are seeking an experienced Level 3 Indirect Buyer (Contractor) to support our client’s procurement operations.
  • This role will be responsible for managing 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.
  • The ideal candidate will bring strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to navigate complex procurement requirements in a fast-paced aerospace environment. 
Required qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of procurement/purchasing experience, preferably in an indirect buying capacity
  • Demonstrated experience procuring COTS products and IT/technology hardware
  • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
  • Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with aerospace quality standards and procurement compliance requirements
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM, or equivalent)
  • Experience with strategic sourcing and category management 
Key responsibilities:
Procurement & Sourcing:
  • Execute the full procurement lifecycle for indirect categories, including COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace materials/services
  • 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 
Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Steve at Steve.Vann@dppit.com to learn more about this position (#26-00614).
 DP Professionals (DPP) offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry. EOE/AA/V/D

Numbers & Facts

LocationMelbourne, FL

Skills

  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Bid Analysisunmatched
  • Biddingunmatched
  • Category Managementunmatched
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)unmatched
  • Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Competitive Analysis/Strategyunmatched
  • Computer Hardwareunmatched
  • Computer Networksunmatched
  • Contract Requirementsunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Distribution Channelunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • IT Procurementunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Oracleunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Peripheral Hardwareunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Product Engineeringunmatched
  • Purchase Ordersunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
  • SAPunmatched
  • Sourcing Strategyunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Test Equipmentunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched

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