Buyer II- Engines

Buyer II
- Engines – Blue Origin

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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, comprising Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It includes manufacturing and supply chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of professionals, specialists, and engineers, you will develop strategic procurement solutions and complete day-to-day tactical purchasing functions for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of supply chain operations, driving organizational and policy change to enhance Blue Origin’s bottom line.

Your buyer responsibilities include ensuring program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet Blue Origin’s needs, applying supply chain compliance standards, preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal / Request for Quote, performing cost analysis, developing negotiation strategies, and leading formal negotiations. You will manage procurement from requisition through final invoice payment, leading supplier management, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (e.g., Long-Term Agreements).

You will support the procurement organization’s strategic direction and ensure corporate goals are achieved, delivering production materials on time, within budget, and meeting technical performance requirements.

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.
• Interprets and applies company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, SOX Compliance.
• Ensures timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.
• Maintains compliant and accurate files and data records.
• Strong analytical skills, data driven with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics.
• Creates and maintains systems and processes to streamline operations.
• Must have top-notch people and communication skills.
• Working understanding of AS9100 standards.
• Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications & source control drawings.
• An eagerness to identify opportunities, find solutions, execute plans, and evaluate results critically and expediently.
• Highly analytical and critical thinker.
• Maintains passion for solving problems from end-to-end.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
• Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scale.
• Adept at working with different systems and making recommendations on improvements for both systems and processes.

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Current active DOD Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Access
• Experience in Machined Parts, Raw Material and Outplant Services buying

WA applicants: $78,749.00 - $. Other site ranges may differ.

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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