Senior Federal Buyer & Contract Strategist

Reliance Test And Technology; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking a Senior Buyer at Eglin AFB, FL to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for a broad range of parts, materials, and services. This role requires deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract administration, and supplier management to ensure compliant, timely acquisitions in support of government contracts.

The ideal candidate will oversee the full contract life cycle, develop effective solicitations, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in federal government contracting or procurement.
• Experience with FAR/DFARS compliance and government contracting.
• Proven ability to develop RFPs, conduct bidder conferences, and evaluate proposals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for complex parts, materials, and services.
• Oversee the full contract life cycle from planning to close-out.
• Perform post-award contract administration and monitor contractor performance.
• Create and negotiate purchase orders; develop and evaluate supplier proposals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract administration

FAR/DFARS compliance

RFP development

Supplier management

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Costpoint

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in business

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking a Senior Buyer at Eglin AFB, FL to lead strategic sourcing and procurement for a broad range of parts, materials, and services. This role requires deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS, contract administration, and supplier management to ensure compliant, timely acquisitions in support of government contracts.

The ideal candidate will oversee the full contract life cycle, develop effective solicitations, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and collaborate with