Sierra Space
Buyer
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“Buyer at Sierra Space. Skills: sourcing, negotiating, purchasing materials, equipment, and services, process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, equipment, and services. preparation and processing of purchase orders”
What You'll Achieve.
meet the company’s operational requirements; meeting operational needs
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Basic understanding of procurement processes and principles, Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Excel, Good oral and written communication and organizational skills, Awareness of the types of products and services relevant to Sierra Space
Nice to Have
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry, Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, such as SAP, analytical and problem-solving skills, Ability to work independently and as part of a team, Detail-oriented with organizational skills
What You'll Do.
and purchasing materials
preparation and processing of purchase orders
solicitation of bid proposals
conduct routine procurement tasks under supervision
support senior buyers in supplier communication and order tracking
maintain procurement records and spreadsheets
ensure timely delivery of materials and services to meet operational needs
communicate with suppliers to resolve issues related to delivery
participate in supplier evaluation and selection processes
assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; support senior buyers; Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication Scope
Good oral and written communication
Full Job Description
# **Sierra Space Careers:** At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team. # **About the Role** The Buyer I is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, equipment, and services to meet the company’s operational requirements. This entry-level position involves the processing of purchase orders, conducting routine procurement tasks, supporting senior buyers, and maintaining procurement records. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and negotiation techniques, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Excel. In this role, you will be responsible for the preparation and processing of purchase orders and the solicitation of bid proposals. You will conduct routine procurement tasks under supervision and support senior buyers in supplier communication and order tracking. Additionally, you will maintain procurement records and spreadsheets, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services to meet operational needs. You will communicate with suppliers to resolve issues related to delivery, quality, and pricing, participate in supplier evaluation and selection processes, and assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies. # **About You** Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safegu
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