Buyer III

Blue Origin•Seattle, WA

46d

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. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will support the performance of day to day tactical purchasing functions for various spaceflight systems as well as negotiate and manage Master Service Agreements, and Consulting and Professional Service Agreements with consultants and service providers to support various departments and programs. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of supplier communications, contract pricing, quality, and build schedule and will be responsible for supplier management and performance. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
5+ years' experience in purchasing for Buyer III role
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field
Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment to accomplish goals while managing multiple tasks
Strong contract negotiation skills, with experience completing negotiations with little oversight and direction
Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, and independently.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in research and development purchasing in a collaborative, fast paced, team environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System or other continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with aerospace defense industry products preferred
Experience with Costpoint and Coupa purchasing system and JIRA Atlassian software
APICS, CPM, CSCP certification or equivalent

Responsibilities

Work with internal stakeholders to create supplier selection criteria and create Requests for Proposal to solicit bid responses to meet company objectives.
Work with internal stakeholders to develop Statements of Work and appropriate payment milestone schedules. Hold supplier accountable for their performance to the SOW.
Coordinate supplier set up documentation for new suppliers and negotiate Non-Disclosure Agreement, Master Service Agreement or Consulting and Professional Service Agreement language with suppliers.
Manage and develop strategic suppliers.
Evaluate current processes and practices to identify areas for improvement projects using Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
Accountable for Purchase Order life cycle management from requisition to invoice payment.
Serve as an escalation point for the resolution of discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
Serve as an escalation point for issues and challenges around supplier order management.
Monitor suppliers' performance and prepare reports and other records. Conduct supplier business reviews and develop plans to improve supplier performance
Support team of buyers with order management, backlog monitoring, daily status, report tracking and schedule risks to "share the load" for surge capacity.

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.
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.

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