Purchaser at Amentum in Jacksonville, FL

Amentum, a global leader in critical mission support, engineering, technology, and national security solutions, is seeking a Purchaser to support a government contract based in Jacksonville, Florida at Mayport.

POSITION SUMMARY

We're looking for a detail-oriented Purchaser to join our dynamic team at Amentum. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring cost-effective purchase of all materials and services as required by our production schedule. In this role, you will handle the acquisition of goods, negotiate with suppliers, and maintain relationships with key business partners. Your expertise will help us minimize costs while ensuring quality and efficiency in our service processes.

DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review and process purchase requisitions and update management on order statuses.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, vendors, or freight forwarders.
• Analyze and evaluate offers from suppliers to determine the most cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Fore-cast upcoming demand and manage inventory levels to ensure production continuity.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven two (2) years’ work experience as a purchasing agent or in a similar role.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Strong understanding of supply chain management concepts.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to network and influence people.
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

PREFERRED

• Proficient in MAXIMO
• Proficiency in Peoplesoft

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

       

Compensation Details:

$78,392.33

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

05/08/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.