Operational Purchaser

KONGSBERG US

Kongsberg

On-site

NOK 550,000 - 750,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension and insurance schemes

Flexible working

STARS social club

Welfare program for young employees

Wellness program and fitness center

Job summary

Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace is seeking an Operational Purchaser for its SmallSat program in Norway. You will issue RFQs, place POs, and manage supplier relations in an international space environment.

The role requires a background in purchasing or supply chain, experience with ERP systems, and strong negotiation skills. Applicants must have good English and be eligible for Norwegian and NATO security clearance.

Qualifications

Educated within purchasing, supply chain management and/or technical background.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
High sense of ownership and responsibility; strong attention to quality in execution.
Good English language skills.

Responsibilities

Issue RFQs based on project and line needs and manage end-to-end purchasing process.
Place POs and ensure close follow-up with suppliers.
Establish and maintain relationships with supplier base and onboard new suppliers.
Support strategic sourcing activities when needed.

Skills

ERP systems

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ownership & accountability

Attention to detail

English language skills

Education

Purchasing / supply chain background

Technical background

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Do you want a key role in building Norways space future? Join our SmallSat team!

Operational Purchaser for innovative Space program.

Who are we?

SmallSat systems is the part of Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, working on world-class satellite systems that deliver real-world impact - enabling earth observation, maritime surveillance, and secure communications. Building on decades of experience in space technology, and with more than 50 successful satellite missions launched within our collective ecosystem, we cover the entire value chain from mission design to data delivery. This gives our employees the opportunity to contribute to true end-to-end solutions that matter.

We’ve already proven what’s possible: KDA developed, launched, and now operates its own maritime surveillance constellation, N3X. This achievement demonstrates sovereign capability and the power of integrated engineering - combining hardware, software, infrastructure and operations to protect national security and support sustainability.

As part of one of Europe’s most complete satellite solution providers, we collaborate across KONGSBERG’s technological domains and with leading partners. Our ecosystem includes Kongsberg NanoAvionics for modular platforms, Andøya Spaceport for launch, and Kongsberg Satellite Services for global ground station operations and many more. Together, we ensure full control, responsiveness, reliability, and security - from ground to orbit to data delivery.

From the fjords to the final frontier, your expertise will help us deliver mission-critical reliability, rapid deployment, and sustainable innovation - empowering smarter decisions, securing assets, and shaping the future of space. And there’s no better place to do it: KONGSBERG was voted Norway’s most attractive technology workplace in 2025.

Who are you?

You are a proactive person with a positive attitude. You are structured and systematic.
Educated within purchasing, supply chain management and/or technical background.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, combined with a high sense of ownership and responsibility and strong attention to detail and quality in execution.
Good English language skills.

What Will You Do

You will be responsible for issuing RFQs (Requests for Quote) based on project and line needs, managing the process end-to-end, placing POs, and ensuring close follow-up.
Establish, develop, and maintain strong relationships with our supplier base, including monitoring supplier performance and onboarding new suppliers.
Contribute to developing the purchasing department to meet future growth and challenges.
Support strategic sourcing activities when needed.

We Will Offer You