Buyer II - Services

Blue Origin•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 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. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing, Business Administration, or Supply Chain
Procurement Experience in sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers
Strong ability to engage with different internal and senior stakeholders and work effectively with multiple functional teams
Essential skills include an analytical approach, excellent negotiation abilities, strong communication skills, and comfort operating at all hierarchy levels
Independent and entrepreneurial work style; experience in a hyper-growth company or comparable environment is desirable
Ability to interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations (i.e., FAR, DFAR compliance)
Strong analytical skills, data-driven mindset with experience establishing and tracking program metrics
Ability to perform written price reasonableness determinations and price analyses using various pricing methods and data sources
Ability to develop negotiation plans and serve as lead negotiator in all types of negotiations, including pricing, terms and conditions, FAR/customer contract flow downs, schedule, and scope of work
Working understanding of AS9100 quality management system requirements
Track record of effectively working with large, single/sole source suppliers
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload

Responsibilities

You will negotiate and manage contract terms with suppliers.
Collaboration with the legal department will be essential to achieve the best possible contract results, meet compliance standards, and support organizational strategies and initiatives.
The successful candidate will have experience preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs), Long-term agreements (LTAs), conducting price analyses in support of supplier proposals, and leading formal negotiations of all types.
You will complete day-to-day tactical purchasing functions, take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices, and be accountable for resolving issues within this process.
You will also ensure professional and consistent supplier management, cultivating relationship across the supply base in alignment with internal policies.

Benefits

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.
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.

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