Buyer II — Integrated Supply Chain

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

2d•$78,749 - $110,248

About The Position

The Buyer II is part of Blue Origin Operations’ Integrated Supply Chain team, supporting manufacturing and supply chain across Blue Origin facilities. The role independently manages the full procurement lifecycle for assigned commodities and programs, from requisition through final payment, and builds supplier relationships that support program execution. It calls for sound judgment, commitment, and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, plus 2–5 years of procurement or supply chain experience; or a master’s degree plus 1–2 years of experience.
Demonstrated experience independently leading RFQ/RFP processes and supplier negotiations.
Working knowledge of contract types, including FFP, T&M, and cost-plus, and when to apply them.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to perform cost analysis and develop data-driven sourcing recommendations.
Solid understanding of FAR/DFAR compliance requirements; SOX-compliant procurement experience is preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort presenting to program stakeholders.
Ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines.
Ability to earn trust, build positive professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive team culture.
Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee.

Nice To Haves

CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent supply chain certification.
Experience with AS9100 or in aerospace/defense supply chain environments.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Costpoint.
Experience in Avionics or other complex manufactured commodities.

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end procurement process for assigned commodities and programs, including requisition creation, sourcing, negotiation, award, execution, and invoice resolution.
Independently lead RFP/RFQ issuance and source selection, evaluating proposals on price, schedule, technical capability, and risk.
Develop and execute negotiation strategies for routine and moderately complex procurements, lead negotiations, and document outcomes.
Manage supplier relationships for the assigned supply base, track delivery and quality performance, escalate risks proactively, and drive corrective actions.
Support the development and execution of Long-Term Agreements and other strategic agreements under the direction of senior buyers or commodity leads.
Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR, SOX, and Blue Origin procurement policies, and maintain accurate, auditable procurement records.
Partner with engineering, finance, and program teams to anticipate requirements and resolve procurement roadblocks.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and recommending process or system improvements.
Support and mentor Buyer I team members as needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year, based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses depending on role type and job level; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.