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Posted: 06/09/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 31908 Job Location: Onsite Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

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.

Meet Your Recruiter

Laura Duarte

I have been in Technical Recruiting for over 20 years. I specialize in hiring people for technology, engineering, manufacturing, and operations jobs for various exciting industries nationwide, such as consumer electronics, medical devices, space/aerospace/avionics, and nuclear-clean energy. I will listen to you and guide you through the entire job application and interviewing process in a fun and clearly communicated way. My philosophy has always been to be an enthusiastic learner of new technologies and keep the big picture in mind while continuing to be honest, organized, and proactive. I am passionate about helping others find an exciting and fulfilling job that aligns with their goals. I am diversity-focused and especially love helping under-represented folks & Veterans into STEM careers. I approach every job seeker with empathy, equity, and respect.

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