Indirect Buyer III

Merritt Island, FL

$50–$85 Per Hour
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19 days ago

Job Description

Position Title: Buyer II/III

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

Job 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.

Job 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 Job 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

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract
Location: Melbourne, FL or Kent, WA
Pay Rate: $50-$85/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.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Merritt Island, FL
Salary	$50–$85 Per Hour

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
Documentationunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
IT Procurementunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Legalunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Negotiation Skillsunmatched
Oracleunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Peripheral Hardwareunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Procurement Managementunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Request for Proposals (RFP)unmatched
SAPunmatched
Sourcing Strategyunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Test Equipmentunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
United States Citizenunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched

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