Buyer - Supply Chain

Blue Origin•Space Coast, WA

22h

About The Position

As part of Blue Origin Operations’ Supply Chain team, the Buyer supports day-to-day procurement activities for spaceflight systems and develops skills across the full purchasing lifecycle. The role contributes to the development of reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems, and requires commitment, attention to detail, and a focus on safe, repeatable spaceflight. Blue Origin Operations provides manufacturing and supply chain support across its facilities. The Buyer performs tactical purchasing activities, supports proposal preparation and evaluation, maintains compliant procurement records, and helps ensure supplier commitments are met. The role works across engineering, finance, and program teams and contributes to continuous improvement. The position requires compliance with Blue Origin supply chain policies and applicable regulations, including FAR/DFAR and SOX.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
0–2 years of relevant experience; procurement or supply chain internship or co-op experience is considered.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with high attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort working with ambiguity and eagerness to learn new systems and processes.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive team culture.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee.

Responsibilities

Execute tactical purchasing functions, including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and invoice resolution.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs) with guidance from senior buyers.
Support cost analysis in proposal evaluations.
Maintain accurate, compliant procurement files and data records.
Track supplier deliverables and promptly escalate schedule or quality concerns.
Ensure compliance with Blue Origin supply chain policies, procedures, and applicable regulations, including FAR/DFAR and SOX.
Collaborate with engineering, finance, and program teams to understand and support procurement requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to streamline processes.

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
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year, based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions or other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed.