End-to-End Space Systems Buyer II

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a skilled procurement professional to manage the full lifecycle for spaceflight systems, from requisition through final payment. You will cultivate supplier relationships to support program execution in a fast-paced environment.

Join a diverse team of problem solvers within Blue Origin Operations and help drive compliant, high-impact sourcing across programs and commodities in aerospace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field; 2–5 years procurement or supply chain experience; or Master's degree +1–2 years
• Experience independently leading RFQ/RFP processes and supplier negotiations
• Understanding of contract types (FFP, T&M, cost-plus) and when to apply them
• Strong analytical skills; cost analysis and data-driven sourcing recommendations
• FAR/DFAR compliance requirements; SOX-compliant procurement preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication; presenting to program stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritize demands, meet deadlines
• Ability to earn trust and contribute to an inclusive team culture
• U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end procurement process for assigned commodities and programs; requisition, sourcing, negotiation, award, execution, and invoice resolution
• Lead RFQ/RFP issuance and source selection; evaluate proposals on price, schedule, technical capability, and risk
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies for routine and moderately complex procurements; document outcomes
• Manage active supplier relationships; track delivery and quality, elevate risks, drive corrective actions
• Support LTAs and strategic agreements under direction of senior buyers or commodity leads
• Ensure full FAR/DFAR, SOX compliance; maintain auditable procurement records
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and program teams to foresee requirements and resolve roadblocks
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and system/process improvements
• Support and mentor Buyer I team members as needed

Skills

RFQ/RFP leadership

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

Data-driven sourcing

Communication skills

High-volume workload management

Team collaboration

Compliance awareness

Able to earn trust

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Costpoint)

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a skilled procurement professional to manage the full lifecycle for spaceflight systems, from requisition through final payment. You will cultivate supplier relationships to support program execution in a fast-paced environment.

Join a diverse team of problem solvers within Blue Origin Operations and help drive compliant, high-impact sourcing across programs and commodities in aerospace.