Strategic Space Procurement Lead

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Senior Buyer to lead procurement activities across construction and facilities projects. You will manage supplier communications, pricing analyses, and negotiations, ensuring timely delivery and cost effectiveness.

The role requires interpreting FAR/DFAR, managing LTAs/IDIQ contracts, and coordinating with internal customers to optimize performance and quality in a safety‑driven space program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of tactical procurement/supply chain experience; Master's with 7+ years.
• FAR, DFAR, SOX compliance knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven approach to metrics.
• Experience developing negotiation plans and leading negotiations.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality management requirements.
• Ability to interpret engineering data and supplier statements of work.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and execute program requirements within Blue Origin's supply chain.
• Prepare and issue RFx (RFP/RFQ), conduct price analyses, and lead negotiations.
• Own procurement from requisition to final payment and resolve issues.
• Lead strategic agreements (LTAs, IDIQ) and manage supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Negotiation

Supplier management

Contract compliance

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration / Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or related)

Master's degree (Business Administration / Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or related)

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a Senior Buyer to lead procurement activities across construction and facilities projects. You will manage supplier communications, pricing analyses, and negotiations, ensuring timely delivery and cost effectiveness.

The role requires interpreting FAR/DFAR, managing LTAs/IDIQ contracts, and coordinating with internal customers to optimize performance and quality in a safety‑driven space program.