Buyer III

Marotta Controls, Inc.

Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ)

On-site

USD 92,000 - 108,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc. is seeking a Buyer III in Parsippany, NJ, to oversee the entire life cycle of subcontracts, ensuring collaboration with departments such as Supply Chain and Engineering. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree, with 4-8 years in aerospace subcontracts, and strong communication skills.

Expect responsibilities in executing subcontracts, managing project specifications, and developing supply chain strategies. Benefits include medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

4-8 years of experience with make-to-print machined parts.
Prior in-depth subcontract experience within Aerospace and Defense.
Demonstrated risk management experience.

Responsibilities

Execute subcontracts through all phases of the program lifecycle.
Evaluate and manage subcontracts to meet specifications.
Collaborate on acquisition solutions for program needs.

Skills

Subcontract management expertise

Strong leadership

Advanced communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Operations

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

ERP systems

MRP systems

Job description

Position

Buyer III

Location

Parsippany, NJ

Job Id

2045-7504-B-27

# of Openings

Position Profile

This position is responsible for oversight of the entire life cycle of defined subcontracts, from developing acquisition strategies and source selection to negotiation, award, cost and schedule management, execution, and closeout. Collaboration and interaction with various departments including Supply Chain, Contracts, Program Management, and Engineering to optimize processes and ensure on‑time delivery of new products is essential. Strong leadership, subcontract management expertise, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders are required. This role reports to the Director of Supply Chain.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field
4‑8 years of experience with make‑to‑print machined parts, electro‑mechanical components, and electrical assemblies
Prior in‑depth subcontract experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry
Demonstrated risk management experience
Knowledge of acquisition policies and procedures, FAR and DFARs
Significant experience managing the development and compliance of requirements (SOWs, specifications, contractual terms, etc.)
Strong organizational skills to handle overlapping projects simultaneously
Advanced communication and presentation skills
Advanced experience with complex Statements of Work is a plus
Must be a U.S. citizen

Essential or Primary / Key Responsibilities

Execute subcontracts for materials, equipment, supplies, and services of a highly specialized and complex nature through all phases of the program lifecycle
Evaluate, negotiate, and manage assigned subcontracts to meet project specifications, quality, budget, and schedule, including timely delivery of all deliverables
Evaluate and vet new sources, place and maintain purchase orders
Review requisitions for accuracy of requirements
Interface with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and management to provide timely status of products and resolve problems
Author, manage, and influence critical path releases of Statements of Work (SOWs) and plans to align with required schedules and subcontractor lead times
Collaborate to determine the appropriate acquisition solutions for program needs
Develop supply chain strategies to improve KPIs and ROI
Background in manufacturing timelines and procurement systems (ERP, MRP)
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.), Word, PowerPoint, Project

Additional Duties / Responsibilities

Bring initiatives and activities to closure in a timely manner through effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders
Abide by all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company policies to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal system requirements
Foster a positive and cooperative work environment through effective communication at all levels
Actively participate in team meetings, improvement initiatives/programs, and support actions to drive company initiatives/goals
Consistently demonstrate commitment to company values
Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
Ensure the work area is clean, secure, and well maintained
Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as required
ERP Epicor experience
Work in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment, using standard office equipment and requiring appropriate eye, hearing, and foot protection
May be exposed to manufacturing conditions such as fluids, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, noise, and vibration
Hours: full‑time, 40 hours per week; overtime and weekend work required as duties demand
May require up to 25% travel

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to talk and hear
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel
Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, or crouch, and move around the facility

Pay Range

$92,000 to $108,000

Citizenship Requirements

Many of our contracts require proof of U.S. citizenship and/or an export license for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Employment is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any required export license to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or contract requirements.

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