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Buyer III

DPP
3 days ago
Contract
On-site
El Segundo, California, United States
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:
  • Bachelor's 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