Senior Buyer - Aerospace Hardware & Contracts

Loftorbital

Golden (CO)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid benefits
Relocation assistance
FSA/HSA options
Daily catered meals
Equity options
Parental leave

Job summary

Loft Orbital is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our supply chain team in Colorado. The role focuses on sourcing materials, equipment, and services, managing subcontracting, and building strong supplier relationships to support production and launch deadlines.

You will negotiate terms, oversee POs and contracts, and collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics to align procurement with schedules. Aerospace experience and CPSM-like credentials are valued.

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years procurement experience in high-tech hardware
  • Experience in sourcing, contracting, and supplier management
  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills
  • Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems
  • Experience with international purchasing and global supply chain

Responsibilities

  • Source and procure materials, hardware, and services to meet production timelines.
  • Lead subcontracting, including PO and contract management and negotiations.
  • Negotiate with suppliers for favorable pricing, terms, and delivery.
  • Oversee inventory and coordinate with internal teams on procurement strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and quality standards.
  • Prepare and manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements; resolve disputes.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics to align with schedules.
  • Track spend and provide procurement insights to leadership.

Skills

Procurement strategy
Negotiation skills
Supplier relationship management
Contract management
MRP/ERP systems
Bachelor’s degree required
Aerospace experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Procurement software
MS Excel

Job description

Loft Orbital is seeking an experienced Buyer to join our supply chain team in Colorado. The role focuses on sourcing materials, equipment, and services, managing subcontracting, and building strong supplier relationships to support production and launch deadlines.

You will negotiate terms, oversee POs and contracts, and collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics to align procurement with schedules. Aerospace experience and CPSM-like credentials are valued.

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