Services Buyer III

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As a Services Buyer, you will be responsible for managing a variety of contract terms and agreements including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Long-term Agreements (LTAs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and Purchase Orders (POs). You will manage Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs), conduct price analyses in support of supplier proposals, and lead formal negotiations of all types.

This role partners with functional teams and businesses across the Blue Origin Enterprise.

• Source, negotiate, and procure services across various categories.
• Manage the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices, and be accountable for resolving issues within this process.
• Conduct price analysis in support of supplier proposals and lead formal negotiations of all types.
• Review service procurement requests for compliance, implement contracts, and engage with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing, service, and terms while reducing costs and minimizing risk.
• Ensure professional and consistent supplier management, cultivating relationships across the supply base in alignment with internal policies.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records for all agreement types.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Track and manage daily metrics.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 4‑5 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, specifically in Supply Chain Services Procurement.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier identification, and evaluation.
• Experience sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers across multiple service categories.
• Independent and entrepreneurial work style; experience in a hyper‑growth company or comparable environment is desirable.
• Strong ability to engage with different internal and senior stakeholders and work effectively with multiple functional teams.
• Essential skills include an analytical approach, excellent negotiation abilities, strong communication skills, and comfort operating at all hierarchy levels.
• Ability to interpret and apply company policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards, and U.S. government regulations (i.e., FAR, DFAR compliance).
• Strong analytical skills and data‑driven mindset with experience establishing and tracking program metrics.
• Ability to perform written price reasonableness determinations and price analyses using various pricing methods and data sources.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi‑task, and prioritize workload on a daily basis.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Experience in aerospace or other technical industries.
• Supply Chain Services experience in Software or Facilities.
• Experience with Government Contracts.

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