Buyer III

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC, located at Eglin AFB, FL, seeks a procurement professional to lead strategic sourcing and lifecycle management for federal contracts. The role emphasizes FAR/DFARS compliance, post‑award administration, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to meet mission needs.

Candidates should have 2–4 years of federal procurement experience and strong organizational skills. Security clearance eligibility may be required and background checks will be conducted as part

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in business related field is desired.
• Demonstrated supplier management skills.
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years in federal government contracting or procurement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Costpoint experience is desirable.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills are required (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and procurement of parts, materials, and services compliant with FAR/DFARS.
• Oversee the life cycle of a contract from planning to close-out.
• Post-award administration including monitor performance and processing modifications.
• Prepare RFPs, conduct bidders conferences, develop evaluation criteria.
• Create purchase orders with J&A to align with FAR/DFARS and DFARS.
• Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive compliance with regulations.
• Support Small Business and Disadvantaged Plan goals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

FAR/DFARS compliance

Contract administration

Costpoint experience

Vendor management

Purchasing process knowledge

RFP/bid evaluation

Education

Associates or Bachelor's in business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Costpoint

Job description

This position is located at Eglin AFB, FL.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This role is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of a broad range of parts, materials, and specialized services that exceed the Micro-Purchase Threshold (MPT) and require competitive procurement. The position ensures full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the acquisition life cycle. Key responsibilities include managing acquisitions from planning through contract closeout; ensuring procurement actions are conducted fairly, transparently, and in the best interest of the government; maintaining contract files in compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR); and performing post-award contract administration. Post-award responsibilities include monitoring contractor performance, processing contract modifications, approving payments, and executing contract closeout procedures.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• This role is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of a wide variety of complex parts, materials, and specialized services essential for company operations, ensuring strict adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee the entire life cycle of a contract, from acquisition planning to contract close-out.
• Perform post-award contract administration duties, including monitor contractor performance, process modifications, and approved payments.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand the procurement needs and provide guidance on purchasing processes.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and (DFARS) is highly desired.
• Personal computer skills related to purchasing and associated software are desired; Costpoint experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the procurement process.
• Working knowledge of standard contract types.
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFP), conducts bidders conferences, develops evaluation criteria, evaluate suppliers’ proposals, negotiate internal customer and supplier requirements, selects and/or recommends suppliers.
• Create purchase order documentation to include Justification & Approval (J&A) to align with company policies and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS), regulatory requirements and administers the resulting purchase order (PO).
• Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers to ensure on time delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance and oversee the purchasing process from requisition to delivery.
• Organize and implement strategies to accomplish Small Business and Disadvantaged Plan goals.

OTHER DUTIES: This position requires a National Agency Check with Investigation (NACI). Supports E-OMS operational objectives. Additional duties may be assigned to support contract/mission support requirements in job-related areas. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security, and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Associates or Bachelor's Degree in business related field is desired. Demonstrated supplier management skills. Minimum of 2 to 4 years in federal government contracting or procurement. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Costpoint experience is desirable. Excellent organizational and communication skills are required (verbal and written). Must be able to use independent judgment to make decisions. Must be a self-starter that can multi-task. Requires a high level of professionalism and work ethics. CAC holder would be beneficial.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.

Supports E-OMS operational objectives. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work activities are normally performed in an environmentally controlled area in an office setting on Eglin AFB, FL.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; and requires very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials and require very little lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials. May require sitting for long periods of time.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an affirmative action & equal employment opportunity employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.