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Buyer III

DPP

Job Location:

Melbourne, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 27 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 Melbourne FL. Open to Kent WA.
Duration: 6 months
Terms: W2 contract

Position description:

We are seeking an experienced Level 3 Indirect Buyer (Contractor) to support our clients 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.

Required qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business or related field or equivalent experience
5 years of procurement/purchasing experience preferably in an indirect buying capacity
Demonstrated experience procuring COTS products and IT/technology 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
Professional certification (e.g. CPM CPSM or equivalent)
Experience with strategic sourcing and category management

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

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 or contact our recruiter Steve at to learn more about this position (#26-00614).

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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