Senior Buyer

Astrobotic Technology • Pittsburgh, PA

16d

About The Position

Astrobotic is at the forefront of advancing space exploration and technology development. Our expertise spans from lunar rovers, landers, and infrastructure to spacecraft navigation, machine vision, and computing systems for in-space robotic applications. To date, the company has been contracted for two lunar missions, and has won more than 60 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Defense (DoD), and commercial technology contracts worth more than $600 million. We recently launched and operated the first American lunar lander mission since the Apollo Program. Beyond helping lead America back to the Moon, Astrobotic developed and operates reusable vertical takeoff, vertical landing (VTVL) rockets and continues to advance next-generation VTVL capabilities and advanced rocket engines. Established in 2007, Astrobotic is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with a propulsion and test campus in Mojave, CA. At Astrobotic, you’ll join a motivated team working on real space missions, from rover systems to lunar landers to power systems. If you’re passionate about space, contracts, and making technology fly, we want to hear from you. Astrobotic is currently seeking an experienced Buyer to support the acquisition of required goods and services for direct contract and indirect projects. This position plays a major role in the effective management of open purchase commitments, negotiations, and supplier relationships. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, support all aspects of supply chain, and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain
• Demonstrated negotiation skills developed from Terms and Conditions, contracts, proposal management, supplier management, capture management or similar negotiating activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections, and persuade others to adopt a different point of view.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working in aerospace industry or DOD contracting.
• Experience with FAR and DFAR requirements.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools, including procurement management and ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Jira.
• Knowledge of policies and processes in compliance with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100.
• Experience with procurement-focused government audits.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts for both direct contract and indirect company-support acquisitions.
• Maintain compliant and accurate purchasing records.
• Monitor and expedite open purchase orders according to project requirements.
• Manage relevant purchase order data in ERP system to ensure accurate and complete information at all times.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Interpret engineering data such as specifications, drawings, & statements of work, and make suggestions internally to our project teams & externally to our suppliers based off this data.
• Conduct negotiations, with management support, to secure favorable terms and conditions, price, and schedule with suppliers.
• Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet needs.
• Understand technical challenges related to purchases and participate in discussions related to them.
• Maintain coordination with internal customers to identify supply chain performance risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful company performance.
• Support resolution of discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.
• Support shipping, receiving, and inventory management functions, as needed.
• Provide supply chain procedure recommendations to reduce project risks and increase supplier performance.
• Influence overall supply chain department’s strategic direction and ensure relevant corporate strategic objectives are achieved.
• Work independently on assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures related to assignments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Financial Protection : Company-paid life insurance and AD&D, voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life and supplemental insurance options
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts : Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan : Immediate vesting with company match
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Well-Being Support : Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, mental health resources, and will preparation services
• Additional Voluntary Benefits : Accident and hospital indemnity coverage, as well as pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level