Buyer III

Aston Carter•San Diego, CA

4d•$38 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Buyer III to join a dynamic procurement team supporting multiple aerospace and defense programs. The role manages high-volume purchasing activities for critical hardware commodities, ensuring timely procurement, supplier performance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. It is suited to procurement professionals familiar with ERP systems, supplier management, and government-regulated procurement processes. The position is a contract role based onsite in San Diego, California. The pay range is $38.00–$58.00 per hour. Individual compensation depends on factors including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other job-related factors. Eligible benefits for this temporary role may include medical, dental and vision coverage; critical illness, accident and hospital coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth contributions; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a Health Spending Account; transportation benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; and time off or leave such as PTO, vacation or sick leave. Benefits eligibility and terms vary. The position is anticipated to close on October 27, 2026.

Requirements

At least 3 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or buyer experience.
Experience managing the full procurement lifecycle, including requisition review, purchase order creation, supplier communication, cost validation, documentation management, and compliance oversight.
Experience using SAP or a comparable ERP system.
Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government procurement requirements.
Experience purchasing hardware, manufacturing, or industrial commodities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
Aerospace, defense, or government contracting experience.
Manufacturing industry experience.
Experience with SAP, Ariba, or similar procurement platforms.
Experience in supplier negotiations, commodity management, and cost analysis.
Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support process standardization.

Responsibilities

Review purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Convert purchase requisitions into purchase orders, emphasizing efficient, high-volume transaction processing.
Manage micro-purchases and other procurement transactions while meeting cycle-time and quality objectives.
Work with suppliers to confirm pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery schedules.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery delays, shortages, and order discrepancies.
Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other applicable government procurement regulations.
Partner with program teams, internal stakeholders, and procurement leadership to support business objectives and program schedules.
Conduct basic cost and price analysis and support supplier negotiations when needed.
Use SAP and other ERP systems to manage purchasing activities and maintain data integrity.
Support procurement of hardware commodities, including nuts, bolts, screws and fasteners; gaskets and mechanical components; cables and connectors; commercial off-the-shelf parts; and high-volume manufacturing materials.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and procurement best practices.