Buyer III - Space Exploration

Buyer III

Location: On-site, Melbourne, FL

Duration: 6+ month contract with potential for extension

Pay: $55/hr.

Benefits: Medical insurance, 401(k), sick leave, and employee assistance program.

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage the sourcing and purchasing of indirect materials, technology hardware, Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, and specialized goods and services in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for supplier management, negotiations, and end-to-end procurement activities while partnering with internal stakeholders to support business and technical requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably supporting indirect spend categories
• Experience sourcing COTS products and technology/IT hardware
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
• Experience with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of quality, compliance, and procurement requirements in regulated environments
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, or equivalent
• Experience with strategic sourcing and category management

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for indirect materials, technology hardware, COTS products, and specialized goods/services
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and service objectives
• Issue RFQs/RFPs and conduct competitive bid evaluations
• Procure computing equipment, networking hardware, peripherals, test equipment, and related technology products
• Support procurement activities requiring quality, compliance, traceability, or technical specifications
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships while resolving delivery, quality, and invoicing issues
• Partner with business, engineering, IT, and operational stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support audit requirements

Why Averro?

Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos:

Family First | Be Uncommon | Culture Wins

These values are reflected in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and exceptional consultant care.

Our Aim – Your Ascent.

Averro is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.