Buyer (Level ll)

Job Title: Buyer (Level ll)
Location: Merritt Island, FL
Postal Code: 32953
Job Type: 2 month contract
Hours: 40/week
Pay Rate: Up to $46/hour (DOE)

Responsibilities
* Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support the external development of various spaceflight systems.
* Ensure program requirements are appropriately prioritized and executed to meet the needs of Blue Origin.
* Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal/Requests for Quote, perform price analyses in support of proposals, and develop negotiation strategies.
* Construct various contracting types for major procurement activities, including long range procurement agreements and sourcing partnerships.
* Take ownership of the procurement process from requisition creation through final payment of invoices and resolve issues within this process.
* Lead the identification, implementation, negotiation, execution, and management of strategic agreements (i.e., Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)).
* Support the overall procurement organization's strategic direction and ensure corporate strategic objectives are achieved.
* Ensure delivery of production materials that are on time, within budget, and meet technical performance requirements.

Requirements
* Knowledge and experience in procurement and supplier management.
* Understanding and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
* Experience with negotiating and managing multiple contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time and Material (T&M) and cost type (CPFF, CPIF).
* Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritize workload.
* Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and successfully balancing priorities.
* Strong analytical skills, data driven with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics.
* Must have top notch people and communication skills.
* Working understanding of AS9100 standards.
* Knowledge of Engineering Data such as specifications & source control drawings.

Qualifications
- 5+ years tactical level experience in purchasing. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Experience with aerospace defense industry products preferred. APICS, CPM, CPSM, CSCP certification or equivalent.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment to accomplish goals while managing multiple tasks. Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, and independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
- Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated results

Nice-to-haves
* Prior experience in the Space or Aerospace industry.
* Experience with Avionics or Fluids components
* Experience with import/export (ITAR/EAR) regulations.
* Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
* Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
* Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, SharePoint.

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