Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

The future of aerospace and defense starts here.

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.

Ursa Major islooking an experienced

Buyerto join our team, who will report to the Procurement

Lead.

You willincreaseoperationalefficiency by engaging withoursuppliers, issuing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and communicating timelines to internal customers.

We prefer that you are proficient in informational flow and communication, which are necessary to succeedat a smaller, technical organization.

You willsupportthe

Manufacturingteamwhilefacilitatingengineering goals and supporting all organizational groups.

We prefer that you are comfortable using modern ERP systems, MS Office suite,project management software,andhaveexcellent communication skills.

This role will work out of our Berthoud and Longmont, Colorado facilities.

• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, services, and equipment needed for manufacturing.
• Partner with Facilities to create and manage purchase orders for corporate events.
• Regularly update Supply Chain leadership and internal customers on the status of open purchase orders and delivery timelines.
• Assist in negotiating favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with new and existing suppliers.
• Assistin the oversight of the supplier management system, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations (ITAR/EAR).
• Establish andmaintainstrong relationships with suppliers to ensure prompt deliveries andoptimalpricing.
• Aid in supplier non-disclosure agreement creation and processing.
• Attention to detail and ability tomanage multiple purchase requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Resolve issues related to price discrepancies, delayed shipments, or damaged goods; escalating when necessary.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Engineering,Material Control,Quality,Finance, and others,tomeet project and production timelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 1-2 years of experience in procurement,purchasing, orsupply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment(aerospace experience is a plus).
• Understanding of hardware-centered production environment.
• Project management knowledge.
• Familiarity with modern ERP systems (experience with Odoois a plus).

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $61,000 - $73,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Classification:
Full-time Exempt

• Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
• Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.