Buyer III

Job Description:

DPP is seeking a Buyer III for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace industry.

Work location: Onsite in Cape Canaveral, Florida
Duration: 6 months
Terms: W2

Position description:

Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support the external development of various spaceflight systems.
Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the needs of the client.
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&39;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.
Knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management.
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 cost type (CPFF, CPIF).
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 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.

Nice to have:

Prior experience in the Space or Aerospace industry.
Experience with Avionics or Fluids components.
Experience with import/export (ITAR/EAR) regulations.
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint.

Education:

Bachelor&39;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or similar with minimum 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management
OR, Master&39;s degree with 3 years of experience in Supply

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Mike at Mike.Forddppit.com to learn more about this position (26-00589).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

Job Ident #: 26-00589

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/

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Job Info

Location

Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/