Buyer III

Varstaff

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years of procurement experience needed (3+ years with Master's).
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, and SharePoint is a strong plus.
  • Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and AS9100 standards necessary.
  • Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or PMP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Manage suppliers and procurement for spaceflight systems development.
  • Prepare Requests for Proposal/Quote (RFP/RFQ) and conduct price analyses.
  • Develop negotiation strategies and manage various contract types.
  • Own the full procurement lifecycle from requisition to final invoice.
  • Ensure timely and budget-friendly delivery of production materials.
  • Maintain compliance with technical performance requirements.
  • Utilize strong analytical and communication skills in dynamic environments.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge spaceflight projects.
  • Engage with industry-leading technology and suppliers.
  • Collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities.
  • Supportive culture focused on innovation and excellence.
Full Job Description
Varstaff is looking for a Buyer III:

Job Description
  • Manage suppliers and procurement activities to support spaceflight systems development for Blue Origin.
  • Prepare Requests for Proposal/Quote (RFP/RFQ), perform price analyses, and develop negotiation strategies.
  • Create and manage various contract types, including long-term strategic agreements (LTAs), FFP, T&M, and cost-type contracts.
  • Own the full procurement lifecycle from requisition through final invoice resolution.
  • Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of production materials meeting all technical performance requirements.
  • Maintain knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), AS9100 standards, and engineering data/specifications.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical, prioritization, and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have:
  • Aerospace/Space industry experience (specifically Avionics or Fluids components).
  • Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations.
  • CPSM, CSCP, or PMP certification.
  • Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, and SharePoint.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Finance with 5+ years of experience (or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience).

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