Buyer III

Science and Engineering Services, LLC

Buyer III responsible for procurement and proposal work in purchasing department. Reporting to a supervisor, independently manages a variety of commodities and services.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to a Purchasing Supervisor or Manager, the Buyer III works independently and is responsible for the proposal and/or procurement of a wide variety of commodities and/or services.
Assists leadership in assignment of Bill of Material (BOM) assignments; quickly identifies missing pertinent information and may provide details in shared file.
Receives high-dollar or difficult BOM for review; identifies missing BOM information and works with departments and program managers for clarification; creates a Request for Quote (RFQ) form; contacts vendors for quote information; follow up on quote requests; prepares completed proposal packet for review by team lead or manager.
Composes Memorandum of Price Reasonableness (MPR) as required.
Requests email clarification from vendor for backup data; may override vendor selection.
Processes the proposal packet per departmental procedures; continue to revalidate the proposals until win/loss.
Serves as a reference for other buyers during the proposal phase; provides assignment support.
Receives Purchase Requisition list (PR) and prioritizes per program needs; verifies pricing and delivery is current; applies purchase order (PO); verifies and enters any missing information in Costpoint; ensures debarment certifications are received.
Creates electronic folder for review and approval of all purchase orders up to $30,000 with competition; (signing authority requires validation of competency and management approval).
Meets with the Program Manager to review program part, delivery or other PR discrepancies; receives PM approval prior to proceeding with Purchase Order (PO) placement; completes a part number change request form for approval.
Determines if sole source or justification is needed and method to execute PR.
Creates a Memorandum of Price Reasonableness (MPR); assist other buyers in the creation of the MPR.
Reviews, implements and ensures QA257 form is saved in the electronic file.
Addresses rejected PRs; works with planner to requote PR.
Submits PO to vendor for acceptance; cancels PO if required.
Serves as a reference for other buyers during the procurement phase; provides assignment support.
May serve as a Strategic Buyer for Program oversight; may attend program meetings and line walks.
Identifies best source parts and services; creates pricing history to select vendors such as the MPR, market research analysis and supports other buyers with PR research; determines cost saving measures or proposes bulk pricing initiatives.
Utilizes the Approved Vendor List; establishes and develops vendor relationships; identifies and suggests new vendors; may initiate process for new vendor approval; follows vendor chain for desired execution or in response to vendor issues; notifies leadership of poor performing vendors.
Utilizes system generated reports for quotation data, backup justification, work assignments and PO past due dates; generates reports for team performance metrics; uses reporting for program analysis.
Communicates effectively; ensures system notes are provided; responds to facility inquiries and issues to support the purchasing process; provides proactive feedback to leadership and program management.
Provides team training.
Utilizes the FAR and DFARS daily for compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts Procurement, Finance/Accounting or equitable field required, Masters Preferred
5 years purchasing or related supply chain /business administrative experience required
Any combination of education/experience may be substituted for job requirements at the recommendation of the hiring manager and approval of the COO or higher.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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B2B Science and Engineering Services, LLC is a small business headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama that provides aircraft modification, integration, manufacturing, ground systems, unmanned systems design and build, logistics, and aviation training services primarily for Department of Defense and commercial customers. Founded in 1988 with multiple U. S. locations, SES delivers end-to-end solutions from prototype through production, emphasizing quality (ISO 9001, AS9100/AS9110 certified), large hangar facilities, and support to warfighters and coalition partners. Buyer III 🔥 2 minutes ago 🏢 Huntsville – Onsite ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior ✨ Buyer Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Reporting to a Purchasing Supervisor or Manager, the Buyer III works independently and is responsible for the proposal and/or procurement of a wide variety of commodities and/or services.
Assists leadership in assignment of Bill of Material (BOM) assignments; quickly identifies missing pertinent information and may provide details in shared file.
Receives high-dollar or difficult BOM for review; identifies missing BOM information and works with departments and program managers for clarification; creates a Request for Quote (RFQ) form; contacts vendors for quote information; follow up on quote requests; prepares completed proposal packet for review by team lead or manager.
Composes Memorandum of Price Reasonableness (MPR) as required.
Requests email clarification from vendor for backup data; may override vendor selection.
Processes the proposal packet per departmental procedures; continue to revalidate the proposals until win/loss.
Serves as a reference for other buyers during the proposal phase; provides assignment support.
Receives Purchase Requisition list (PR) and prioritizes per program needs; verifies pricing and delivery is current; applies purchase order (PO); verifies and enters any missing information in Costpoint; ensures debarment certifications are received.
Creates electronic folder for review and approval of all purchase orders up to $30,000 with competition; (signing authority requires validation of competency and management approval).
Meets with the Program Manager to review program part, delivery or other PR discrepancies; receives PM approval prior to proceeding with Purchase Order (PO) placement; completes a part number change request form for approval.
Determines if sole source or justification is needed and method to execute PR.
Creates a Memorandum of Price Reasonableness (MPR); assist other buyers in the creation of the MPR.
Reviews, implements and ensures QA257 form is saved in the electronic file.
Addresses rejected PRs; works with planner to requote PR.
Submits PO to vendor for acceptance; cancels PO if required.
Serves as a reference for other buyers during the procurement phase; provides assignment support.
May serve as a Strategic Buyer for Program oversight; may attend program meetings and line walks.
Identifies best source parts and services; creates pricing history to select vendors such as the MPR, market research analysis and supports other buyers with PR research; determines cost saving measures or proposes bulk pricing initiatives.
Utilizes the Approved Vendor List; establishes and develops vendor relationships; identifies and suggests new vendors; may initiate process for new vendor approval; follows vendor chain for desired execution or in response to vendor issues; notifies leadership of poor performing vendors.
Utilizes system generated reports for quotation data, backup justification, work assignments and PO past due dates; generates reports for team performance metrics; uses reporting for program analysis.
Communicates effectively; ensures system notes are provided; responds to facility inquiries and issues to support the purchasing process; provides proactive feedback to leadership and program management.
Provides team training.
Utilizes the FAR and DFARS daily for compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Contracts Procurement, Finance/Accounting or equitable field required, Masters Preferred
5 years purchasing or related supply chain /business administrative experience required
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Hard Skills & Tools

Proposal PreparationCostpoint ProficiencyBill of Material (BOM) ManagementRequest for Quote (RFQ) CreationMarket Research Analysis

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam TrainingProblem Solving