Senior Buyer (III) FAR/DFAR

SENIOR BUYER (III) FAR/DFAR (SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE)

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 7+ years' purchasing or subcontracting experience with a U.S. Government military subcontractor possessing an approved procurement system (CPSR).
• 7+ years' FAR/DFAR regulated purchasing or subcontract experience.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Security Clearance.

Description of Role

The Senior Buyer (III) performs specialized or diversified procurement functions required to acquire materials and services for a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting a variety of customer segments including the U.S. Federal Government, International Governments, and Commercial. Work is performed in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), and Corporate Policies and Procedures.

Essential Functions

• Requires strong knowledge and application of FAR/DFAR and other federal acquisition regulations.
• Ability to analyze and ensure compliance to prime contract and program contractual, legal, technical, and quality requirements.
• Technical knowledge and ability to lead electronic/electromechanical/plastic molded components or similar commodity teams.
• Provide leadership and training to junior level teammates.
• Understanding of development and production program acquisition requirements.
• Experience developing government proposals and BOEs of moderate complexity.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on acquisition strategy and development of the requirements (i.e. Statement of Work). Generates the solicitation/ request for proposal, analyzes proposals, source selection, negotiates (contract type, price, schedule, technical elements, terms & conditions), executes official purchase order or subcontract file and required documentation including close outs.
• Manages post purchase order placement for adherence to quality, reliability, and schedule requirements.
• Interfaces with departments such as Finance or Legal as required to negotiate legal documents and (i.e. NDA, Agreements, Purchase Orders, Terms & Conditions) in accordance with company procedures.
• Effectively communicates verbally and in writing.
• Works directly with other functions such as contracts, program office, cross functional peers and leaders.
• Keeps abreast of product technology/life cycles and supplier status.
• Monitors and responds to internal and cross functional trends that indicate early risks of supply chain disruptions.
• Can work independently with minimal guidance with ability to analyze problems and report findings with recommended actions.
• Intermediate working knowledge with Microsoft Office, Excel (pivot tables, V-lookup, etc.), Word, Power Point, and MRP/ERP.
• Travel as required to meet with Suppliers and other appropriate representatives on supply chain matters.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills and Qualifications

• Be a self-starter and team player.
• Working knowledge of Oracle.
• CPIM or CPM certification.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
• Possess excellent communication skills, quality commitment, customer focus, strong interpersonal skills.

What's In It For You

• Exciting Challenges: Contribute to impactful programs and work on strategic procurement initiatives.
• Professional Growth: Develop expertise in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management while working with cross-functional teams.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, and retirement planning.
• Team Environment: Join a collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Additional Information
Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k matching program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

Safety
Ensure that all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State, Provincial and Company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, utilize proper personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands
The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Accessibility
Sparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at Accessibility@Sparton.com

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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote, DeLand, FL

Job ID: Sparton-8a7883a896d0a161019735a7a88c7d17

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-07-30T00:21:14