Buyer - New Product Introduction

Beta-Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight lessons

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Lunch provided

Total Compensation package with RSUs/S

Job summary

Beta Technologies seeks a Buyer/Planner to join our New Product Introduction and Contracting team in Vermont. You will help ensure materials and services are available to support new product development and production, working with suppliers and internal teams to manage purchase orders and resolve supply issues.

The role requires organization, curiosity, and strong communication while learning procurement fundamentals in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience and/or training in procurement or supply chain.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and inventory management.
• Understanding of procurement principles and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders and bid requests.
• Track and update purchase orders based on timing, cost, or other changes.
• Communicate with vendors for price, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Review requisitions and proposals; negotiate contracts within budget and scope.
• Interface with all departments to resolve problems and issues.
• Track material shortages for work-orders and sub-assemblies; identify alternatives.

Skills

Vendor management

Inventory management

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in supply chain/mfg

Relevant coursework or internship

Tools

Epicor

SAP

Plex

Oracle

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

We are seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our New Product Introduction and Contracting team. In this role, you will help ensure materials and services are available to support new product development and production. You will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to place and manage purchase orders, track material availability, resolve supply issues, and keep stakeholders informed. This role is a strong fit for someone who is organized, curious, communicative, and eager to learn procurement and supply-chain fundamentals in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Preparing purchase orders or bid requests; entering data for purchase orders


• Tracking, maintaining, and updating purchase orders based on changes to timing, cost, financials, or other updates.


• Conferring with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule


• Reviewing requisitions and bid proposals; negotiating contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority; purchasing supplies


• Interfacing with all departments, and resolving problems and issues


• Tracking material shortages for work-orders, kits, and sub-assemblies based on bill-of-material or drawings, facilitate alternate solutions where material supply doesn’t support

Minimum Qualifications:

• Comfortable with frequent change of direction, dynamic work environment, and passion to perform under pressure


• 3 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Experience managing Supplier relationships, inventory management, and understanding of basic principles of procurement practices


• Microsoft suite experience- outlook, teams, word, excel, PowerPoint, etc.


• Strong communication and presentation skills


• Strong background in problem‑solving and leadership


• Demonstrated understanding of an ERP system. Experience with Epicor, SAP, Plex, or Oracle will prepare for success.


• Strong ability to perform both as a part of a team and to perform as an individual

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, operations, engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.


• Plex ERP Experience


• Internship, co‑op, project, coursework, or other hands‑on experience related to procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or operations.


• Exposure to rapid manufacturing growth and preferably startup experience

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we’re happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$75,000 - $85,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full‑time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long‑term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes - flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non‑discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E‑Verify.

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