Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of procurement/purchasing experience, ideally in direct buying
Experience with COTS products, discrete electronic components, and aerospace hardware
Proficiency in ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) preferred
Responsibilities
Execute the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for direct materials and services
Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders (POs)
Issue RFQs/RFPs and conduct competitive bid analyses
Negotiate supplier pricing and terms to achieve cost savings
Manage post-award supplier performance and maintain On-Time Delivery (OTD)
Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and maintain audit-ready procurement files
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with engineering and quality teams
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace technology
Focus on compliance and quality in a highly regulated industry
Potential for professional development and certification support
Full Job Description
About the Job:
In this role, you will execute the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for direct materials and services at Blue Origin, with a specialized focus on standard Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, discrete electronic components, and aerospace-related hardware. You will process purchase requisitions into POs, issue RFQs/RFPs, perform competitive bid analyses, and execute supplier pricing and terms negotiations. Partnering with engineering and quality teams, you will manage post-award supplier performance, maintain On-Time Delivery (OTD), and navigate strict aerospace compliance and traceability standards.
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
5+ years of procurement/purchasing experience, preferably in a direct buying capacity.
Hands-on proficiency with enterprise ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
Must-Have Skills
Direct & COTS Sourcing: Full procurement lifecycle execution for direct materials, catalog buying standardization, discrete electronics, and COTS distributor management.
RFQs, RFPs & Negotiations: Skilled in issuing solicitations, conducting competitive cost/bid evaluations, and negotiating pricing, terms, and conditions to drive cost savings.
Compliance & Recordkeeping: Ability to maintain audit-ready procurement files in adherence to company policies, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.
Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)
Procurement experience in aerospace, defense, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with aerospace quality standards, compliance requirements, and strategic category management.
Hands-on experience with Coupa and Costpoint ERP systems.
Professional procurement certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM, or equivalent).
