Buyer II - Advanced Engines

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic procurement solutions and complete day to day tactical purchasing functions for various spaceflight systems.
• Drive organizational and policy change to enhance Blue Origin’s bottom-line.
• Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the needs of Blue Origin.
• Competent in Blue Origin Supply Chain compliance standards, strategies, and initiatives.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal/Requests for Quote, perform cost analysis in support of proposals, and lead formal negotiations.
• Construct various contracting types for major procurement activities to meet the requirements of the programs and needs of the business, including long range procurement agreements, sourcing partnerships, continuous improvement initiatives, and enhanced efficiencies.
• Own the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and resolve issues within this process.
• Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (i.e., Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)) where mutually beneficial.
• Support the procurement organization’s strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved, including delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget, and meet technical performance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, or Master's degree with 3 years of experience in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.
• Timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives of the supply chain department.
• Maintain compliant and accurate files and data records.
• Strong analytical skills, data-driven, with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics.
• Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.
• 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.
• A highly analytical and critical thinker.
• Maintain passion for solving problems from end-to-end.
• Meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
• Work in an ambiguous environment and define processes that can scale.
• Adept at working with different systems and making recommendations on improvements for both systems and processes.

Desired

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Variety of experience in Machined Parts, Raw Material, Electronics, and Outplant Services buying.

Benefits

• 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%.
• 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.

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Company

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.