Buyer II

Industrious Ventures; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Wellness programs

Gym membership discounts

Career development

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Pittsburgh, PA, is hiring a Buyer II for Lunar Systems to manage purchase orders and subcontracts for direct and indirect needs. The role reports to the Director of Supply Chain and is hybrid in Pittsburgh, PA.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in supply chain or 9+ years in purchasing, plus strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Aerospace/DOD experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related field with 5+ years in supply chain, or 9+ years experience in lieu.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to persuade and explain complex ideas.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts for direct and indirect needs.
• Monitor and expedite open purchase orders per project timelines.
• Update PO data in the MRP system to keep information accurate.
• Negotiate terms, price, and schedule with suppliers with management support.
• Prioritize program requirements to meet project needs.
• Communicate supplier risk and resolve discrepancies in purchasing/invoicing.

Skills

Procurement management

Vendor negotiations

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or 9+ years experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Buyer II for Voyager Lunar Systems, formerly Astrobotic Technology, is responsible for the acquisition of required goods and services for direct contract projects and indirect business needs.

The position reports to the Director of Supply Chain and is part of the Supply Chain based in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is This role is hybrid based in Pittsburgh, PA.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Place and manage purchase orders and subcontracts for both direct contract and indirect company-support acquisitions.
• Monitor and expedite open purchase orders according to project requirements.
• Manage relevant purchase order data in MRP system to ensure accurate and complete information at all times.
• Conduct negotiations, with management support, to secure favorable terms and conditions, price, and schedule with suppliers.
• Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet needs.
• Effectively communicate supplier performance risks with internal customers proactively.
• Support resolution of discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and payment to the supplier.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or related discipline with 5+ years of experience in supply chain OR 9+ years of experience in purchasing field in lieu of a degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections, and persuade others to adopt a different point of view.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools, including procurement management and ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in aerospace/DOD industry.
• Experience complying with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and NASA requirements for procurements.

Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel up to 10%, including the possibility of overnights within the United States

The good faith base salary rangefor this role is $60,000–$90,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.