Facilities Buyer II

Protingent

Merritt Island, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$39–$41 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Bid Analysis, Billing, Budget Management, Business Strategy, Capital Equipment, Capital Project, Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Construction, Construction Contracts, Contract Management, Customer Support/Service, Deltek Costpoint, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Specification, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Finance, Import/Export, Legal, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance - Plumbing, Manufacturing Operations, Metrics, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, OSHA, Operational Support, Price Quotes, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Project Management Professional (PMP), Purchasing/Procurement, Real Estate, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Safety Standards, Safety Training, Statement of Work (SOW), Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, United States Citizen, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Merritt Island, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
Position Title: Facilities Buyer II

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract opportunity for a Facilities Buyer with our client in Merritt Island, FL

Job Responsibilities:
  • Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support facilities operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects across client sites.
  • Ensure facilities program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the operational needs of client.
  • Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal/Requests for Quote, perform price analyses in support of proposals, and develop negotiation strategies for facilities goods and services.
  • Construct various contracting types for major facilities procurement activities, including service agreements, construction contracts, long-range procurement agreements, and sourcing partnerships.
  • Take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and resolve issues within this process.
  • Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (i.e., Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)) for facilities categories such as MRO, building services, and equipment.
  • Support the overall procurement organization's strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved.
  • Ensure delivery of facilities materials, equipment, and services that are on time, within budget, and meet quality and safety requirements.

Job Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or similar with minimum 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management.
  • Knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management, preferably within facilities, MRO, or indirect categories.
  • Understanding and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
  • Experience with negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), and service-based agreements.
  • Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
  • Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and successfully balancing priorities.
  • Strong analytical skills; data driven with experience in establishing and tracking procurement metrics.
  • Must have top-notch people and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with facilities-related compliance and safety standards (e.g., OSHA) and supplier qualification processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret facilities-related documentation such as statements of work, equipment specifications, and building drawings.
  • Prior experience purchasing for facilities, real estate, construction, or manufacturing operations.
  • Experience procuring building services (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), MRO supplies, or capital equipment.
  • Experience with import/export (ITAR/EAR) regulations.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or Facilities Management (FMP/CFM) Certification.
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint, or CMMS platforms.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Merritt Island, FL (Onsite)
  • Pay Rate: $39-$41/hr
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO) and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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