Parttime Buyer Flexible Hours

Atticus Industries; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Atticus Industries, based in Central Florida, seeks a part-time Buyer to manage procurement for its machine shop operations. You will source materials, review specs, and coordinate with suppliers to meet production schedules while ensuring traceability and compliance with CUI/ITAR controls.

Bring hands-on purchasing experience in manufacturing, knowledge of metals, and ERP proficiency to keep material flow smooth and compliant. This role is onsite in Orlando, FL.

Qualifications

• Purchasing experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of metals and machining materials.
• Ability to interpret material specifications and seek clarifications when needed.
• Strong organization and precise recordkeeping; reliable vendor follow-through.
• Familiarity with AS9100 purchasing requirements and traceability.
• Experience with ERP for creating and maintaining POs.

Responsibilities

• Source raw materials and shop supplies to meet production needs.
• Review material grades, dimensions, specs and certifications before ordering.
• Request quotes; compare pricing, availability and lead times.
• Create and maintain purchase orders in ERP.
• Track deliveries; follow up with vendors and flag delays.
• Coordinate with production and quality to resolve discrepancies and obtain certifications and traceability.
• Maintain supplier records supporting CUI/ITAR procedures.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Metals and machining materials

Interpret material specifications

Vendor follow-through

AS9100 purchasing knowledge

ERP purchase orders

Tools

E2 or similar system

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

An Atticus Industries portfolio company, is looking for a part-time Buyer who understands machine shop materials and can keep purchasing moving. If you know how to match material specifications to a job, work with suppliers, and stay ahead of delivery dates, we’d like to hear from you.

** What you’ll do**

• Source raw materials and shop supplies to meet production requirements.
• Review material grades, dimensions, specifications and certification requirements before ordering.
• Request quotes and compare pricing, availability and lead times.
• Create and maintain purchase orders in ERP.
• Track deliveries, follow up with vendors and flag delays that could affect production.
• Work with production and quality to resolve discrepancies and obtain required material certifications and traceability records.
• Maintain purchasing and supplier records that support applicable AS9100 requirements.
• Follow company procedures for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ITAR-controlled technical information, using approved systems and authorized channels.

** What we’re looking for**

• Purchasing or relevant hands-on experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of metals and other materials used in machining.
• Ability to interpret material specifications and recognize when clarification is needed.
• Strong organization, accurate recordkeeping and consistent vendor follow-through.
• Familiarity with AS9100 purchasing requirements, material traceability and CUI or ITAR handling procedures is helpful.
• Experience with E2 or a similar manufacturing system is a plus.

Company Description

Atticus Industries is an operator-led holding company focused on building specialized manufacturing businesses serving aerospace, defense, and the medical industry.

Based in Central Florida, Atticus is particularly focused on the industrial network surrounding the Space Coast and greater Central Florida aerospace and defense ecosystem.

Company Description

Atticus Industries is an operator-led holding company focused on building specialized manufacturing businesses serving aerospace, defense, and the medical industry.
Based in Central Florida, Atticus is particularly focused on the industrial network surrounding the Space Coast and greater Central Florida aerospace and defense ecosystem.