Senior Buyer - Aerospace Hardware & Contracts

Loftorbital; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

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.