Buyer IV

Job Description

Buyer IV performs complex purchasing procedures in the acquisition of goods and services. This position performs strategic sourcing of goods and services following industry best practices, manages a range of buying and contracting projects, and guides the work efforts of other staff members. Buyer IV will serve as a liaison between the Procurement department and internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Consult with department officials to determine goods and service needs and priorities; develop timelines and conduct acquisitions in compliance with procurement policy
• Correspond with vendors concerning a range of issues including price changes, contract adjustments, terminations, and item values
• Identify vendor performance requirements; review the performance capability of vendors and evaluate goods and services
• Draft contracts and negotiate terms of contracts with vendors to ensure that goods and services are procured at the best value to the customer within regulations
• Develop and implement project plans; monitor and facilitate progress and status of workflow; coordinate projects with extensive implementation challenges
• Oversee contract administration; consult with internal customers regarding contract implementation, extension, renewal, re-negotiation, or termination; serve as subject matter expert for departments on best practices of procurement procedures
• Conduct analysis of the quality and performance of goods and services; perform cost/benefit and life cycle costing and commodity standardization studies
• Resolve disputes between vendors and departments that may arise regarding a range of issues including quality of goods, delivery schedules, and other contract provisions

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a specialized functional discipline. OR (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree. OR (6) years of experience may be considered w/ a Masters Degree. OR (3) years of experience may be considered w/ a PhD.

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