Direct Buyer III

Job overview

The Direct Buyer III role is onsite in Kent, WA, El Segundo, CA, or Altadena, CA, and pays $67.73–$71.88 per hour. The position supports procurement operations, with a focus on COTS products, discrete electronic components, and aerospace-related goods and services. The role exists to secure reliable supply and competitive value through end-to-end procurement and supplier management. It handles sourcing, purchase orders, supplier negotiations, compliance, and coordination with internal stakeholders to meet business needs and delivery requirements.

What you'll do

• Manage procurement of direct materials and services, including COTS products, discrete electronics, and aerospace materials
• process requisitions and purchase orders
• source and evaluate suppliers
• issue RFQs and RFPs and conduct bid analyses
• manage supplier schedules and delivery
• identify catalog buying and standardization opportunities
• coordinate technical and compliance specifications with engineering and quality
• negotiate pricing and terms
• resolve supplier quality, delivery, and invoice issues
• maintain procurement records and support audits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct buyer iii

kent wa

el segundo ca

altadena ca

ursus

$67.73–$71.88/hr

procurement

direct materials

cots

discrete electronics

aerospace procurement

supplier management

sap

oracle

coupa

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, commuter benefits, and 401(k) with company matching for eligible full-time roles.

Why this role

Hourly pay range of $67.73–$71.88; procurement focus includes COTS, discrete electronics, and aerospace-related materials and services.

About the employer

Ursus, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.