Blue Origin

Buyer III - Construction

Blue Origin$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field
  • 3-5 years of procurement experience, preferably in construction or aerospace
  • Strong understanding of construction materials and industry standards
  • Experience in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and negotiation abilities
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Source, negotiate, and procure construction materials, equipment, and services
  • Develop and maintain relationships with construction vendors and contractors
  • Analyze market conditions and pricing trends to optimize procurement strategies
  • Create and issue RFQs, purchase orders, and contracts
  • Evaluate vendor bids to determine best value solutions
  • Monitor supplier performance for compliance with contracts
  • Collaborate with project managers to forecast material needs and deliveries

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match
  • Stock options for employees working at least 20 hours/week
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off plus 14 company-paid holidays
  • Education support program
Full Job Description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

The Construction Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services to support Blue Origin's expanding facilities and infrastructure development projects. This role collaborates with project managers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisition of construction resources while maintaining Blue Origin's quality standards and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Source, negotiate, and procure construction materials, equipment, and services for various Blue Origin facilities projects
  • Develop and maintain relationships with construction vendors and contractors
  • Analyze market conditions and pricing trends to optimize procurement strategies
  • Create and issue RFQs, purchase orders, and contracts for construction services and materials
  • Evaluate vendor bids and proposals to determine best value solutions
  • Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions
  • Collaborate with project managers to forecast material needs and schedule deliveries
  • Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records
  • Support capital improvement projects and facility expansion initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with Blue Origin's procurement policies and procedures
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities within the construction procurement process

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in construction or aerospace industries
  • Strong understanding of construction materials, processes, and industry standards
  • Experience with contract negotiation and supplier relationship management
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and negotiation abilities
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in aerospace or other technical industries
  • Knowledge of government contracting and FAR/DFAR regulations
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar certification
  • Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • Understanding of project management principles

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? 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 an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.

About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
Learn more about Blue Origin
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2000

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