Buyer III

Ontic; Creedmoor (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick

Company 401K with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements (9/80)

Paid volunteering opportunities

Mental health champions across sites

Development opportunities

Employee referral program

Job summary

Ontic, Creedmoor, NC, is seeking a Buyer III to manage end-to-end procurement, ensuring materials and services meet quality, delivery, and compliance requirements. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage POs and subcontract terms, and collaborate with Operations, Planning, Quality, and Engineering teams.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier relationships, and process improvement, with onsite work in Creedmoor and a focus on aerospace‑level regulatory compliance and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a highly regulated industry.
• Experience in aerospace environment preferred.
• FAR/DFAR compliance experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, operations, planning, logistics, quality, and contractual terms.

Responsibilities

• Quote and procure mechanical, electronic, and electro‑mechanical components and subassemblies.
• Interpret MRP requirements to determine delivery schedules and maintain inventory levels.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure purchasing requirements are captured.
• Manage purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and applicable terms and conditions.
• Monitor PO/subcontract performance to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies to meet cost and lead‑time goals.

Skills

Excel advanced

ERP/MRP

Supplier negotiation

Supplier relationships

Process improvements

Blueprint reading

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Equivalent relevant work experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Buyer III

Ontic is a leading global aerospace Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Ontic’s Creedmoor, NC, site is home to a number of specialist companies within the Ontic Group, including Metro Merlin, Twin Commander, and Firstmark. With over 1,500 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Buyer III to join them. You will report to the Procurement Manager and will have an onsite work structure in Creedmoor, North Carolina.

As a Buyer III, you will manage the end-to-end procurement process to ensure materials, equipment, and services are acquired at the best value while meeting quality, delivery, inventory, and compliance requirements. You will play a key role in supplier management, contract negotiation, cost reduction, and cross-functional collaboration to support business and customer objectives.

To be considered for the Buyer III opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a highly regulated industry
• Experience in an aerospace environment preferred
• Government/DoD subcontract or program experience, including familiarity with FAR/DFAR compliance, preferred
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, operations, planning, logistics, quality, and contractual terms and conditions
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, customer contracts, and related technical documentation
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, including hands‑on understanding of demand and supply requirements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier pricing, lead times, terms, and conditions
• Experience developing and maintaining effective supplier relationships
• Experience identifying, creating, and implementing process improvements
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

As a Buyer III, You Will

• Quote and procure a variety of mechanical, electronic, and electro‑mechanical components and subassemblies.
• Interpret MRP requirements to determine delivery schedules while maintaining responsible inventory levels and supporting cash flow objectives.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, customer contracts, and other technical documentation to ensure purchasing requirements are accurately captured and flowed down to suppliers.
• Review, analyze, create, and manage purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and applicable terms and conditions.
• Monitor and manage purchase order and subcontract performance to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives and exceed customer expectations.
• Participate in competitive bidding activities and analyze supplier quotations to drive favorable pricing and positive purchase price variance (PPV).
• Develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies to meet or exceed established cost, pricing, and lead‑time objectives.
• Expedite materials, assignments, and projects as needed to drive results throughout the supply chain and mitigate delivery risk.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while partnering cross‑functionally with Operations, Planning, Quality, Engineering, and other key stakeholders.
• Support the onboarding and qualification of new suppliers and help maintain suppliers’ approved status.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, supplier performance, cost, quality, and delivery.
• Operate within established purchasing authority limits and applicable company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
• Flexible working arrangements (9/80 work schedule, every other Friday off)
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development
• Employee referral program

EOE/Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Compensation Pay Range

85,000 to 87,500

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person ” as defined by 22. C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.