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Buyer III

DPP

Job Location:

El Segundo, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 2 October 2026 (19 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 30 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DPP is seeking a Buyer III for an opportunity with our client in the Aerospace industry.

Work Location: Onsite in El Segundo CA or Kent WA
Duration: 2 months
Terms: W2 Contract

Position Summary:

The Buyer III will support our procurement operations.
This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of direct materials and services with specialized focus on standard Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products Discrete Electronic components 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.

Responsibilities:
Procurement & Sourcing

Execute the full procurement lifecycle for direct categories including COTS products Discrete Electronics 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.
Continued supplier management post award to maintain supplier commitment schedules and On Time Delivery.

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.

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.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business or related field or equivalent experience.
5 years of procurement/purchasing experience preferably in a direct buying capacity.
Demonstrated experience procuring COTS products and electronics hardware.
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Proficiency with ERP/procurement systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Coupa).
Excellent analytical communication and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in aerospace defense or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with aerospace quality standards and procurement compliance requirements.
Understanding of the Coupa and Costpoint ERP systems.
Professional certification (e.g. CPM CPSM or equivalent).
Experience with strategic sourcing and category management.

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Interested Learn more:
Click the apply button to learn more about this position (#26-01226).

DP Professionals (DPP) offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry. EOE/AA/V/D

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