Buyer I

CesiumAstro; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Benefits package

Job summary

CesiumAstro, a satellite communications equipment developer, is seeking a Buyer I to support procurement for manufacturing and operations in Westminster, MD. You will process requisitions, issue POs, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and cost targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in SCM or related field, ERP experience, and strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Join a startup-like environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in SCM, business administration, or related field.
• Experience with procurement, preferably electronics components.
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturers and distributors.
• Experience using ERP systems (Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for materials, equipment, and services.
• Review requirements, quotations, delivery schedules and inventory for manufacturing objectives.
• Monitor open POs, supplier deliveries, and order status; resolve issues.
• Communicate with suppliers on orders, pricing, and delivery status.
• Maintain supplier information and procurement documentation.
• Support supplier performance reviews and procurement metrics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement with priorities.
• Communicate updates on purchasing and supplier constraints to stakeholders.
• Coordinate procurement activities to support production schedules and commitments.
• Assist with process improvements to procurement efficiency.
• Maintain procurement records and reports.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

Procurement experience (internship/university)

Tools

ERP systems (MS Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Job description

_ Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State._

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Buyer I to our growing team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about supporting new product development and manufacturing for an exciting product line of satellite communications equipment, we would like to hear from you.

In this position, you will support procurement operations by purchasing materials, equipment, and services that support manufacturing, production, and business operations. This role contributes to operational efficiency by coordinating procurement activities, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring materials and services are acquired in accordance with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

Working cross-functionally with supply chain, operations, manufacturing, engineering, quality, program management, and finance, this role supports procurement, supplier coordination, material availability, and purchasing activities while ensuring procurement actions align with operational priorities, production schedules, and business objectives.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for materials, equipment, and services in accordance with established procurement procedures.
• Review purchasing requirements, supplier quotations, delivery schedules, and inventory needs to support manufacturing and operational objectives.
• Monitor open purchase orders, supplier deliveries, and order status while coordinating timely resolution of delivery or supply issues.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding purchase orders, delivery schedules, pricing, and order status to support material availability.
• Maintain supplier information, purchasing records, and procurement documentation to ensure accurate purchasing transactions.
• Support supplier performance reviews by tracking delivery performance, quality concerns, and procurement metrics.
• Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, operations, manufacturing, engineering, quality, program management, and finance to support procurement priorities and operational objectives.
• Communicate purchasing updates, supplier constraints, material shortages, and delivery impacts to appropriate stakeholders.
• Coordinate procurement activities that support production schedules, inventory objectives, and customer commitments.
• Support implementation of procurement process improvements and operational initiatives that improve purchasing efficiency and supplier performance.
• Maintain procurement documentation, purchase order records, supplier files, and purchasing reports in accordance with established procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing processes, supplier relationships, and overall supply chain performance.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• University or intern experience with procurement, preferably focused mainly of electronic components.
• Familiarity with major electronics manufacturers and distributors.
• Understanding of engineering design process; experience with PLM tools.
• Experience using an ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of procurement concepts, practices, and procedures, including purchasing, negotiation, commercial contracts, and cost breakdown.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to back up conclusions with data.
• Time management skills, with ability to separate the important tasks from the noise.
• Sense of urgency, with ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong Excel skills, with the ability to present concise data to internal and external stakeholders.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Familiarity with component library management software.
• Experience with consumables.
• A/P reconciliation and management.
• Logistics and export control.
• Experience wearing multiple hats at a rapidly growing startup company.

$68,000 - $79,000 a year

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.