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Tactical Buyer II

Epitec, Inc

Merritt Island, FL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$41.25–$54.25 Per Hour
SKILLS
AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Avionics, Communication Skills, Contingency Plans, Continuous Improvement, Contract Manufacturing, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), Deltek Costpoint, Detail Oriented, Engineering Drawing, External Audit, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Government Contracts, Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Risk Management, Sales Cycle, Statement of Work (SOW), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Support Documentation, Tableau, Team Player, Technical Writing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Windchill PLM Software
LOCATION
Merritt Island, FL
POSTED
16 days ago
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Job Title: Tactical Buyer II

Location: Merritt Island, Fl

Job Type: Full Time, Contract

Expected hours per week: 40

Schedule: 8:00am-4:00pm

Pay: $41.25-54.25/hr

Job Description:
We are seeking a Tactical Buyer to support procurement activities for critical government contract programs. In this role, you will manage supplier relationships, execute purchasing strategies, and ensure the timely delivery of materials, components, and services required to meet production and program objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in manufacturing and government contracting environments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Execute tactical purchasing activities in support of government contract programs while ensuring compliance with FAR, DFARS, and company policies.
  • Manage the complete purchase order lifecycle, including requisitions, order placement, supplier follow-up, expediting, and issue resolution.
  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program management teams to support production schedules and customer requirements.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, conditions, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
  • Prepare price analyses and price reasonableness determinations in accordance with FAR requirements.
  • Monitor supplier performance, drive corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Review technical documentation including engineering drawings, specifications, and statements of work.
  • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while developing contingency plans.
  • Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support internal and external audit requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, business standards, and government contracting requirements.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, or tactical buying experience (Master's degree with 1+ years of relevant experience may be considered).
  • Experience supporting government contracts procurement with knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations.
  • Background working in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
  • Experience preparing price analyses and supporting supplier negotiations.
  • Working knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Understanding of AS9100 quality standards.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder), refugee, or individual granted asylum in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience procuring avionics, machined components, raw materials, or aerospace-related products.
  • Experience with Certified Cost or Pricing Data.
  • Experience using Costpoint, Exostar, Windchill, SharePoint, JIRA, and/or Tableau.
  • Aerospace, defense, or government contracting industry experience.
What You'll Bring
  • Strong attention to detail and compliance.
  • Ability to build effective supplier partnerships.
  • Problem-solving skills in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
  • A collaborative approach to supporting production and program success.
If you're an experienced procurement professional who thrives in a manufacturing and government contracting environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help support mission-critical programs through effective supply chain execution.

Benefits: 80 hours paid time off, and medical insurance contributions, dental vision and our 401k retirement savings plan
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About the Company

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Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
https://epitec.com/

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