Buyer II FAR/DFAR

Sparton•De Leon Springs, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States’ undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities. This is a fully onsite/in-office role, at our headquarters in DeLeon Springs, FL. The candidate will perform specialized and diversified procurement functions necessary to supply materials in accordance with FAR and DFAR regulations, as well as Corporate Policies and Procedures. Responsibilities include securing the lowest reasonable prices while ensuring maximum quality and on‑time delivery to support manufacturing operations. This position requires experience in high‑volume defense manufacturing.

Requirements

Candidate MUST have experience with government defense buying experience (FAR/DFAR).
BA/BS in related field or equivalent years of experience within field.
3+ years of experience in related discipline.
FAR and DFAR regulated purchasing experience, regulatory compliance.
Competency working with MS Excel.
Thorough understanding of operations principles (JIT, MRP, and TQC) required.
Demonstrated experience and successful results in negotiation skills and strategies.
US Citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

Oracle database experience preferred
CPIM or CPM preferred within two years of position assignment.
May require ability to obtain and maintain US security clearance.

Responsibilities

Must have government defense buying experience.
Analyze multiple requirements to satisfy the requirements of the requesting program or department and are in the best interest of the company.
Place purchase orders as needed. Follow-up on purchase orders, Supplier contracts and material status as required.
May assist other individuals in expediting delinquent shipments and resolving other associated problems. May provide work direction to other employees in the department.
Resolve Supplier quality issues, purchase order accounting issues and problem receipts.
Travel, as required, to meet with Suppliers and other appropriate representatives to discuss and satisfy matters that cannot be taken care of in the plant.
May be responsible for determining material requirements from engineering and production schedules and maintaining inventory at appropriate level.
Generally, will exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions in line with company policies of good, ethical purchasing practices.
Prepare management and analysis reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. Perform other related duties as necessary to support procurement department.
FAR and DFAR regulated purchasing experience, regulatory compliance.

Benefits

Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage.
Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections.
Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes.
Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
On-site wellness clinic.
Competitive compensation.
401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution.
Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick).
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Fertility and family building assistance.
Flexible work schedules available based on position: 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off, 5/8s, 4/10s, 3/12s
Lifestyle spending account.
Perks at work.
Generous employee referral program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options