Buyer III

Varstaff

• $80K — $95K *
Kent, WA 98042In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Finance (5+ years) or Master's degree (3+ years)
  • 5-7 years of procurement experience, preferably in aerospace or related fields
  • Strong knowledge of FAR, AS9100 standards, and relevant engineering specifications
  • Experience managing diverse contract types including LTAs, FFP, and T&M
  • Demonstrated ability in supplier management and procurement lifecycle ownership
  • Familiarity with ITAR/EAR regulations (nice-to-have)
  • Certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or PMP (nice-to-have)

Responsibilities

  • Manage supplier relationships and procurement activities for spaceflight systems
  • Prepare and analyze Requests for Proposal/Quote (RFP/RFQ)
  • Develop negotiation strategies and price analyses for procurement
  • Create and oversee various contract types throughout project life cycles
  • Ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of materials
  • Maintain compliance with government procurement regulations
  • Utilize strong analytical and communication skills in a dynamic work environment

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Collaboration within a high-tech, innovative environment
  • Team-oriented culture working on exciting space projects
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).
* Ladders Estimates

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