Facilities Buyer

Facilities Buyer II

Location: Merritt Island, FL

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid - Onsite preferred; remote acceptable for East Coast or Central time zone candidates

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 7 months
• Start: June 15, 2026
• Pay Rate: $48.37 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

Job Summary

The Facilities Buyer II is responsible for managing procurement activities in support of facilities operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects. This role oversees the full procurement lifecycle - from requisition creation through invoice payment - while ensuring delivery of facilities materials, equipment, and services on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support facilities operations, maintenance, and capital improvement projects across multiple sites.
• Ensure facilities program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the operational needs of the organization.
• 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.

Required Skills

• 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.

Preferred Skills

• 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.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or similar with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management; or Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Supply Chain Management (with a Bachelor's degree), or minimum 3 years of experience in Supply Chain Management (with a Master's degree).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Space exploration company developing reusable launch vehicles and in-space systems.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-06905

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