Procurement Specialist

Comcentric, Inc.; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm seeks an experienced Buyer II to join their procurement team at Merritt Island, FL. This detail-oriented role focuses on supplier management, purchasing, and timely delivery of critical materials. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years in tactical purchasing, and skills in negotiation, supplier issue resolution, and ERP systems like Coupa. Certification in APICS or similar is a plus. The position may lead to a permanent role, with applications accepted via email.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of tactical-level purchasing experience.
• Aerospace/defense industry experience preferred.
• APICS, CPM, CPSM, or CSCP certification is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the purchasing of materials to meet program requirements.
• Prepare and process purchase orders using Coupa and Costpoint software.
• Manage supplier orders, monitor backlog, and adjust schedules as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation

Invoice management

Supplier issue resolution

Delivery management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field

Tools

Coupa

Costpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Buyer II

Location: Merritt Island, FL (Onsite)

Contract Duration: Through June 1, 2026 (with possibility of extension and/or conversion to perm)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Buyer II to join our operations and procurement team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong negotiation, supplier management, and purchasing experience, particularly in fast-paced and technically driven industries. You will play a key role in coordinating purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials critical to program success.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the purchasing of materials, services, and products to meet program requirements.
• Collaborate with program leads to identify long‑lead materials and support sourcing decisions.
• Prepare and process purchase orders using Coupa and Costpoint software.
• Manage supplier orders, monitor backlog, track order status, and adjust schedules as needed.
• Partner with logistics to ensure cost‑effective and timely deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing, storage, and transportation requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and prepare reports for leadership review.
• Resolve discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, invoices, and supplier payments.
• Expedite materials for shortage management and coordinate returns for discrepant materials.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of tactical‑level purchasing experience.
• Aerospace/defense industry experience preferred.
• APICS, CPM, CPSM, or CSCP certification is a plus.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems (Coupa, Costpoint preferred).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

• Negotiation
• Invoice management
• Supplier issue resolution
• Delivery management

If qualified, interested, and available, please email a copy of your resume to [e-mail].

Stephanie Narlesky
Comcentric Inc
Senior Recruiter

For more information, contact [e-mail].