WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Accountable for sourcing materials after appropriately evaluating vendor capability, price, delivery needs, and vendor performance Accountable for the on-time-delivery of material to Rocket Lab Responsible for owning the business relationship with assigned suppliers Responsible for managing the RFQ process to secure competitive bids and ensure we are achieving best price for goods and services Tightly integrate with Engineering teams to meet their procurement requirements and act as primary point of contact for R&D order status Provide status to material planners on purchase orders and expected delivery dates Accountable for negotiating terms with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements Accountable for maintaining purchase order data within our ERP system YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience (9+ years total experience). Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Proficient in MRP systems Prior experience in aerospace, automotive, or other disruptive manufacturing industries Prior experience in rapid growth environment Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience with AS9100, US export controls Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.