Buyer II

Job Description

The Buyer II performs moderately complex purchasing procedures in the acquisition of goods and services from a variety of vendors. This role serves as a liaison between the Procurement department and internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Correspond with vendors concerning a range of issues including price changes, contract adjustments, terminations, item values, and schedule changes
• Prepare solicitation requests and develop specifications with customer input and assist in the development and review of solicitations and specifications
• Participate in negotiating with vendors to obtain goods and/or services at the best value
• Conduct analysis of the quality and performance of goods, supplies, equipment, and services within assigned area; and assist in performing cost/benefit, life cycle costing, and commodity standardization studies
• Resolve disputes between vendors and departments that may arise regarding quality of goods and/or services or timeliness of delivery
• Draft and review reports, correspondence, specifications and proposals
• Monitor progress and status of assigned acquisitions
• Consult with department officials to determine goods and service needs and priorities; develop timelines and conduct acquisitions in compliance with procurement policy

Qualifications

Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Management
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience including sourcing, purchasing, material management.
• OR (6) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree.
• OR No experience required in lieu of Masters Degree.
• Experience managing supplier relationships

About Us

About Frontgrade


At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world's most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.


Why Work for Us


We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You'll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you're building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.


Additional Information


This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.


Other benefits include:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave