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About This Role

Terawave is a dedicated commercial business unit within Blue Origin Operations, focused on advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions for next-generation spaceflight systems and infrastructure. The Terawave supply chain team manages a commercially oriented procurement portfolio spanning build-to-print hardware, build-to-specification components, COTS parts, and contract manufacturing partnerships - operating at the pace and discipline required to support high-mix, low-volume aerospace manufacturing at scale. The team's work is directly critical to on-time, on-budget delivery of Blue Origin's most demanding commercial hardware programs across all facilities.

As Senior Procurement Manager, you will hold full ownership of the business unit's supply chain performance - leading a team of Supply Chain Professional Buyers, driving strategic sourcing and long-term agreement execution across the commercial supplier base, and serving as the primary procurement interface for business unit leadership, Blue Origin Senior Management, and cross-functional partners. This is a high-visibility, high-accountability role for a proven procurement leader who thrives in technically complex, commercially driven, and rapidly scaling environments.

Responsibilities

• Own program-level supply chain performance for the business unit's commercial programs, including accountability for schedule, cost, and Material Estimate at Completion (EAC), with regular reporting to business unit program leadership
• Direct, mentor, and develop a team of Supply Chain Professional Buyers, managing full lifecycle performance including hiring, goal-setting, and ongoing professional development aligned to the business unit's commercial program priorities and operational tempo
• Lead strategic sourcing and negotiation of Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contracts and long-term agreements (LTAs) across the business unit's supplier base, including build-to-print manufacturers, build-to-specification suppliers, COTS vendors, and contract manufacturing partners
• Develop and maintain business unit-specific procurement policies, procedures, templates, and digital tools to ensure best-in-class accuracy, compliance, and traceability across all commercial procurement activities
• Analyze material flow data, supplier performance metrics, and internal stakeholder feedback to identify root causes of gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies tailored to the business unit's commercial build-to-print and build-to-specification environments
• Ensure Supply Chain functions execute detailed plans to achieve business unit program goals; proactively identify risks and deviations in performance metrics and implement mitigation strategies before they impact program milestones
• Lead rapid resolution of supplier, quality, and material challenges for the business unit's key deliverables, supporting escalation to program and executive leadership when required to protect commercial program commitments
• Communicate program status, risks, and opportunities through detailed reports and presentations tailored for business unit leadership and cross-functional Blue Origin stakeholders, including Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance

Basic Qualifications (BQs)

Applicants must meet ALL of the following to be considered:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field, or higher Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related discipline within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing - or a Master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 7 years of equivalent experience Minimum 3 years of experience directly managing procurement teams, including full lifecycle responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, and professional development Demonstrated experience managing commercial procurement for complex Bills of Materials (BOMs), including build-to-print hardware, build-to-specification components, COTS parts, and contract manufacturing partnerships under Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) contracts and long-term agreements (LTAs) Ability to travel up to 25% for supplier engagement, site visits, and cross-facility collaboration as required by program needs

Preferred Qualifications (PQs)

The following qualifications will differentiate strong candidates:
Active PMP certification or equivalent formal project management credential demonstrating structured commercial program execution capability Experience with procurement for spacecraft systems, space-rated hardware, or commercial spaceflight programs, including familiarity with the quality, traceability, and reliability standards these programs demand Demonstrated experience structuring and managing long-term agreements (LTAs) with contract manufacturers and build-to-specification suppliers, including should-cost modeling, total cost of ownership analysis, and supplier performance governance Hands-on proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced procurement digital tools applied to material estimating, Basis of Estimate (BOE) creation, and KPI tracking in a commercial program environment Demonstrated ability to present complex procurement data and risk analysis to senior program or functional leadership stakeholders, including experience developing and delivering program-level briefings to senior management audiences Experience operating in high-mix, low-volume or commercially oriented manufacturing environments, with a track record of adapting FFP sourcing strategies to rapid iteration cycles and evolving build-to-specification requirements

Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $129,791.00 - $181,706.70WA applicants is $129,791.00 - $181,706.70

Other site ranges may differ

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.