Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will support the performance of day to day tactical purchasing functions for various spaceflight systems as well as negotiate and manage Master Service Agreements, and Consulting and Professional Service Agreements with consultants and service providers to support various departments and programs. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of supplier communications, contract pricing, quality, and build schedule and will be responsible for supplier management and performance. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Work with internal stakeholders to create supplier selection criteria and create Requests for Proposal to solicit bid responses to meet company objectives.
• Work with internal stakeholders to develop Statements of Work and appropriate payment milestone schedules. Hold supplier accountable for their performance to the SOW.
• Coordinate supplier set up documentation for new suppliers and negotiate Non-Disclosure Agreement, Master Service Agreement or Consulting and Professional Service Agreement language with suppliers.
• Manage and develop strategic suppliers.
• Evaluate current processes and practices to identify areas for improvement projects using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Accountable for Purchase Order life cycle management from requisition to invoice payment.
• Serve as an escalation point for the resolution of discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
• Serve as an escalation point for issues and challenges around supplier order management.
• Monitor suppliers' performance and prepare reports and other records. Conduct supplier business reviews and develop plans to improve supplier performance
• Support team of buyers with order management, backlog monitoring, daily status, report tracking and schedule risks to "share the load" for surge capacity.

Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• 5+ years' experience in purchasing for Buyer III role
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment to accomplish goals while managing multiple tasks
• Strong contract negotiation skills, with experience completing negotiations with little oversight and direction
• Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, and independently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired:

• Experience in research and development purchasing in a collaborative, fast paced, team environment
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with aerospace defense industry products preferred
• Experience with Costpoint and Coupa purchasing system and JIRA Atlassian software
• APICS, CPM, CSCP certification or equivalent

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $85,680-$125,664

Compensation range for on site CA applicants is $85,680-$125,664

Other site ranges may differ

Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $96,074.00 - $134,502.90

Other site ranges may differ

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.