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Buyer II- Engines

Blue Origin, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824

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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. The position supports Manufacturing and Supply Chain 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.

Our Buyer will ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the needs of Blue Origin. They will be competent in Blue Origin Supply Chain compliance standards, strategies, and initiatives. They have excellent oral and written skills, solid communication skills, and experience preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal/ Requests for Quote, performing cost analysis in support of proposals, and developing negotiation strategies and leading formal negotiations.

Key candidate attributes to facilitate success in this role include influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis, and problem solving. 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!

Qualifications

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.

Ensure 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.

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.

Desired

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.

Compensation WA applicants: $76,455.00 – $107,035.95.

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%, 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.

Depending 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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