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Posted: 08/13/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 30805 Job Location: Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Position Title: Buyer III

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract Buyer III opportunity with our client in Merritt Island, FL.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support the external development of various spaceflight systems.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal/Requests for Quote, perform price analyses in support of proposals, and develop negotiation strategies.
Construct various contracting types for major procurement activities, including 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)).
Support the overall procurement organization's strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved.
Ensure delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget, and meet technical performance requirements.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or similar, with a minimum of 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management
Must have knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management
Must have understanding and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
Experience with negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including but not limited to Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M), and cost type (CPFF, CPIF)
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, 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 program metrics.
Must have top-notch people and communication skills.
Working understanding of AS9100 standards.
Knowledge of Engineering Data, such as specifications & source control drawings.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract
Location: Merritt Island, FL (Onsite).
Pay Range: $52-60/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, 2 insurance plans (100% paid for employee only - HDHP plan, and a buy-up POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401 (k) 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

Meet Your Recruiter

Chris Walsh

Since 2013, I have met many bright-minded and interesting people while recruiting for Protingent. For the last decade, I have specialized in hardware and software product development engineering recruitment. My recruiting style is to build a strong, lasting relationship while I help you achieve your career goals. I am a straightforward, open-minded individual who treats others as I wish to be treated. I enjoy playing golf and watching sports and appreciate fine wine and food. Let’s get started today.

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