• Location: El Paso, Texas
• Type: Contract
• Job #104316

Job Title: Buyer 3

Location: El Paso, Texas

Job Type: Full time,12 month, on-going contract

Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week

Schedule: On-site, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Pay Range: $55.40 per hour

Job Description:

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Level 3 Indirect Buyer (Contractor) to support our procurement operations. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of indirect materials and services, with specialized focus on standard Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, Engineering Technology/Information Technology (ET/IT) hardware, and aerospace-related goods and services. The ideal candidate will bring strong negotiation skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to navigate complex procurement requirements in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Execute the full procurement lifecycle for indirect categories, including COTS products, ET/IT hardware, and aerospace materials/services

• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in compliance with company policies and procedures

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and service criteria

• Issue Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and conduct competitive bid analyses

Standard COTS Procurement

• Manage procurement of standard commercial off-the-shelf products across multiple categories

• Identify opportunities for catalog buying and standardization to drive efficiency

• Maintain relationships with COTS distributors and manufacturers

ET/IT Hardware Procurement

• Procure engineering technology and information technology hardware, including computing equipment, networking components, peripherals, and test equipment

• Coordinate with IT and engineering stakeholders to understand technical specifications and requirements

• Ensure hardware procurement aligns with security, compatibility, and lifecycle management requirements

Aerospace Procurement

• Support procurement of aerospace-related materials, components, and services

• Navigate specialized requirements including quality certifications, traceability, and compliance standards relevant to aerospace applications

• Coordinate with engineering and quality teams on technical and compliance specifications

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply and competitive pricing

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve cost savings and value

• Resolve supplier issues including quality concerns, delivery delays, and invoice discrepancies

• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure timely fulfillment

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations

• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation

• Support audit activities and reporting requirements

Benefits: 40 hours paid time off, medical insurance contributions, dental vision and our 401k retirement savings plan

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