Blue Origin
ServicesBuyerIII
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“Services Buyer III at Blue Origin. Skills: Services Procurement, Negotiations, Supplier Management, Contract Management. Manage a variety of contract terms and agreements. Manage Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs)”
What You'll Achieve.
optimal pricing; optimal service; optimal terms; reducing costs; minimizing risk; cost-saving opportunities
Industry & Context.
Analytical approach; analytical skills; data-driven mindset
U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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, 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, 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), 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 organizational skills
Nice to Have
Independent and entrepreneurial work experience in a hyper-growth company or comparable environment is desirable, Experience in aerospace or other technical industries, Supply Chain Services experience in Software or Facilities, Experience with Government Contracts
What You'll Do.
Manage a variety of contract terms and agreements
Manage Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs)
Conduct price analyses in support of supplier proposals
Lead formal negotiations of all types
and procure services across various categories
Manage the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices
Accountable for resolving issues within the procurement process
Review service procurement requests for compliance
Engage with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing
Reduce costs and minimize risk
Ensure professional and consistent supplier management
Cultivate relationships across the supply base
Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Track and manage daily metrics
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partners with functional teams and businesses across the Blue Origin Enterprise; Work effectively with multiple functional teams
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Prioritize workload on a daily basis
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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. **Responsibilities:** 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. **Key Responsibilities:** * 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-
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