What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer - Supply Chain position at GTT, LLC?
Primary Job Title:
Buyer II – Procurement & FAR
Buyer II – Procurement & FAR
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
- Procurement Specialist – Aerospace
- Strategic Sourcing Analyst
- Contract Administrator – FAR
- Supply Chain Specialist – Space Systems
- Senior Buyer – Government Contracts
Location:
Merritt Island, FL
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
- Position Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: Approx. 3.5 months (August 18 – November 28, 2025)
- Start: August 18, 2025
- End: November 28, 2025
Job Summary:
Join the team supporting spaceflight systems development by managing external suppliers and procurement activities in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). This position requires a detail-oriented procurement professional capable of handling complex contracting strategies, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives in a high-stakes aerospace environment.
Join the team supporting spaceflight systems development by managing external suppliers and procurement activities in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). This position requires a detail-oriented procurement professional capable of handling complex contracting strategies, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives in a high-stakes aerospace environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support spaceflight system development
- Ensure program requirements are prioritized and executed in alignment with strategic goals
- Prepare and issue RFPs/RFQs, conduct price analysis, and develop negotiation strategies
- Construct and manage a variety of contract types, including Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)
- Lead the full procurement lifecycle — from requisition through invoice resolution
- Identify and execute strategic agreements and sourcing partnerships
- Ensure on-time delivery of materials that meet technical and financial requirements
- Support broader procurement initiatives aligned with corporate objectives
Required Experience:
- Knowledge of procurement and supplier management
- Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
- Experience negotiating multiple contract types (FFP, T&M, CPFF, CPIF)
- Strong track record in deadline-driven and ambiguous environments
- Experience analyzing data and tracking program metrics
Nice-to-Have Experience:
- Prior experience in Space or Aerospace industries
- Experience with Avionics or Fluids components
- Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations
- CPSM or CSCP certification
- PMP certification
- Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, and SharePoint
Required Skills:
- Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) knowledge
- Contract negotiation and lifecycle management
- Supplier and procurement coordination
Preferred Skills:
- Analytical and data tracking proficiency
- Aerospace or spaceflight supply chain knowledge
- Engineering data comprehension (specs, source control drawings)
Additional Skills:
- AS9100 standards understanding
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
- Strategic agreement implementation
Benefits:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
An innovative aerospace company pioneering the future of spaceflight. Focused on developing reusable rocket systems and enabling the vision of millions of people living and working in space.
An innovative aerospace company pioneering the future of spaceflight. Focused on developing reusable rocket systems and enabling the vision of millions of people living and working in space.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number: 25-24709
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