Buyer lll

Epitec is seeking to hire a Buyer III to support the procurement and supplier management of critical spaceflight systems for a leading aerospace organization . This individual will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiate complex contracts, and ensure timely delivery of production materials supporting highly advanced aerospace programs. Title: Buyer III Location: Cape Canaveral, FL OR Melbourne, FL Work Environment: Fully Onsite W2 Contract: W2 Contract with strong potential for conversion to Direct Hire Medical Benefits & PTO Included Responsibilities Manage and direct suppliers and cross-functional teams supporting external development of spaceflight systems. Lead procurement activities from requisition creation through invoice payment. Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs . Perform cost and price analysis to support sourcing decisions. Develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies.Negotiate and manage various contract types including: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) Lead development and management of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) and strategic sourcing partnerships. Ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules, budget requirements, and technical specifications. Track procurement metrics and supplier performance. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to meet program objectives. Support overall procurement strategy and corporate sourcing initiatives. Requirements Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field with 5+ years of Supply Chain/Procurement experience OR Master's Degree with 3+ years of Supply Chain experience Experience in procurement and supplier management Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Experience negotiating and administering multiple contract types Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Understanding of AS9100 standards Ability to interpret engineering documentation including: Specifications Source control drawings Preferred Qualifications Aerospace or Space industry experience Experience supporting Avionics or Fluids components Knowledge of ITAR/EAR regulations CPSM Certification CSCP Certification PMP Certification Experience with: Jira SharePoint #J-18808-Ljbffr EPITEC