Buyer III

BLUE ORIGIN

. Develop strategic procurement solutions and perform day-to-day tactical purchasing for spaceflight systems .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic procurement solutions, supplier management, and negotiation strategies while ensuring compliance with U.S. government regulations. Proven ability to manage procurement processes, deliver materials on time, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

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Strategic Procurement SolutionsSupplier ManagementCost AnalysisNegotiation StrategiesCompliance with FAR and DFAR

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisSupplier ManagementNegotiation of Payment TermsProgram Metrics TrackingKnowledge of Propellant CommoditiesContracting Types ConstructionRequest for Proposal PreparationLong-Range Procurement AgreementsScheduling Process ManagementKPI Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsAbility to MultitaskProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work in Ambiguous Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementU.S. Government RegulationsFAR ComplianceDFAR ComplianceSOX CompliancePropellant ActivitiesStrategic AgreementsProduction Materials DeliveryContinuous Improvement InitiativesBackground Check Requirements

Tech Stack

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PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop strategic procurement solutions and perform day-to-day tactical purchasing for spaceflight systems
Prioritize and execute program requirements to meet Blue Origin’s needs
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal and Requests for Quote
Perform cost analysis supporting proposals
Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations
Construct contracting types for major propellant activities and scheduling
Create long-range procurement agreements and sourcing partnerships
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and identify efficiency opportunities
Own the procurement and scheduling process from requisition creation through propellant scheduling, purchase order completion, and final invoice payment
Resolve procurement and scheduling issues
Identify, implement, negotiate, execute, and manage strategic agreements, including LTAs and VMI
Support procurement strategy and corporate objectives
Deliver production materials on time, within budget, and meeting technical performance requirements
Ensure timely completion of supply chain projects and initiatives
Maintain compliant and accurate files and data records
Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations and monitor delivery schedules
Manage on-time and late purchase orders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree with minimum 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience
Degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related specialty to supply chain management
Interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations, including FAR, DFAR, and SOX Compliance
Background in purchasing and negotiation of net payment terms, raw materials costs, and services
Strong supplier management and KPI maintenance
Strong analytical skills and experience establishing and tracking program metrics
Knowledge of propellant commodities
Knowledge of initiation, review, and negotiation of Riders, Leases, Rental Agreements, MSAs, and PSAs
Excellent people, oral, written, and communication skills
Ability to meet tight deadlines, multitask, and prioritize workload
Ability to work in ambiguous environments and define scalable processes
Ability to work with different systems and recommend system and process improvements
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification desired
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification desired
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Required to complete Blue’s Standard Background Check
Additional DBIDS background check may be required for roles involving military installations
Merchant Mariner Credential may be required for certain job profiles

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of Paid Time Off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion