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Buyer II
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Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract Buyer II opportunity with our client in Merritt Island, FL.
Job Responsibilities:
- Coordinate purchasing material, services, and product requirements for programs.
- Work with program leads to identify long lead materials.
- Work with sourcing and program team to select suppliers for bid and award from the approved list in order to achieve program objectives.
- Prepare purchase orders in Coupa and Costpoint software.
- Ensure suppliers’ documentation such as terms and conditions and NDAs are ready prior to engagement.
- Manage orders with suppliers, monitor backlog and daily order status report, adjust schedules as needed, manage/modify POs with overdue shipments, and open orders.
- Work with logistics team to ensure timely and economical delivery of all materials to production location.
- Ensure that all requirements for purchasing, storage, and transportation of materials are adhered to.
- Monitors suppliers’ performance and prepare reports and other records.
- Resolve discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
- Expedite materials for shortage management.
- Coordinate returns to vendor for discrepant material from receiving inspection.Contribute to continuing improvement efforts across all facets of supply chain.
Job Qualifications:
- 5+ years’ tactical level experience in purchasing.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
- APICS, CPM, CSCP certification or equivalent.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment to accomplish goals while managing multiple tasks.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
- Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated results.
Desired Job Qualifications:
- Experience with aerospace defense industry products preferred.
- Automotive and/or manufacturing experience also a plus.
Job Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Location: Merritt Island, FL.
- Pay range - $47-52/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 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.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kelsey Servin
I have been in the staffing industry since 2006. I started in HR and held roles as a recruiter, account manager, director of major accounts, and VP of recruiting and sales before settling into my passion for technical recruiting. My various roles and experiences allow me to understand the ins and outs of the industry. My recruiting style is collaborative, and I work closely with candidates to understand what exactly they are looking for in a role to align them with as many opportunities as possible. I am responsive, easy to work with, and transparent, so candidates always know where they are in the process. I can help you achieve whatever YOU want out of your next opportunity, whether it is career, cultural, or financial growth. I would love to be the one to find your next position, but at the end of the day, it is most important that you end up in the best fit for you and your family. I am a talent sleuth at heart and love the thrill of helping a candidate find their dream job or helping a manager find the perfect person for their team. I am super positive, very knowledgeable about the industry, and a huge foodie! Reach out to me for all the above!