Buyer III
Core
Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle for indirect categories including COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace materials/services.
Role type
Senior Indirect Buyer (Procurement)
Builds
Procurement workflows, supplier agreements, and cost-saving initiatives for engineering and IT teams.
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Manufacturing / Technology Hardware
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Procurement lifecycle management, vendor evaluation, RFQ/RFP execution, COTS product sourcing, IT hardware procurement, supplier relationship management, cost negotiation, ERP system proficiency, compliance navigation
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense industry experience, knowledge of aerospace quality standards, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain certifications (CPM/CPSM)
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Coupa
Responsibilities
Process purchase requisitions and convert to purchase orders, evaluate and select vendors for indirect goods, coordinate technical specifications for IT hardware, navigate aerospace compliance standards, negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, maintain procurement records and ensure audit compliance
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
