Buyer III

Varstaff is looking for a Buyer III:

Job Description

• Manage suppliers and procurement activities to support spaceflight systems development for Blue Origin.

• Prepare Requests for Proposal/Quote (RFP/RFQ), perform price analyses, and develop negotiation strategies.

• Create and manage various contract types, including long-term strategic agreements (LTAs), FFP, T&M, and cost-type contracts.

• Own the full procurement lifecycle from requisition through final invoice resolution.

• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of production materials meeting all technical performance requirements.

• Maintain knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), AS9100 standards, and engineering data/specifications.

• Demonstrate strong analytical, prioritization, and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have:

• Aerospace/Space industry experience (specifically Avionics or Fluids components).

• Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations.

• CPSM, CSCP, or PMP certification.

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Jira, and SharePoint.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Finance with 5+ years of experience (or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience).