Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

About Us:

BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.

BlackSky is looking for a strong Supply Chain Buyer to directly support manufacturing operations in Tukwila, WA. The ideal candidate will have senior level, in-industry experience with all phases of supply chain management, including planning, requisition, sourcing, managing orders, and keeping suppliers on time to schedule. Our team is small but mighty and is a major stakeholder in the future of BlackSky's business. This position reports to the Director, Supply Chain and is a hybrid position, expected to be in the Tukwila office 2-3 days a week. 

Responsibilities:

• Place and oversee multiple procurement activities.
• Plan, schedule, and arrange activities to accomplish sourcing objectives and timelines.
• Coordinate and collaborate with key internal stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, planning, operations, program and end-users.
• Facilitate the creation of supplier work statements, terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services.
• Employ sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities.
• Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations.
• Monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules.
• Initiate Requests for Quotations and Proposals and analyzes proposed pricing from potential suppliers.
• Support contractual management for the supplier.
• Prepare bid packages, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts.
• Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases.
• Review and approve supplier payment (invoices) as needed.
• Source and procure commodities such as hardware components, COTS items, electronic components, and subsystems in support of production and development requirements
• Utilize process tools with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Work with internal customers to ensure specifications are appropriate for the services or products as needed.
• Interpret and apply company, policies, procedures, work instructions, business standards and U.S. government regulations, i.e., FAR, DFAR, ITAR/EAR, and SOX Compliance.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations Management or equivalent experience (four additional years) and at least five (5) years of experience with  Supply Chain, Material Finance, Transport/Logistics, Operations or other relevant material planning. Or, Master's degree and at least four (4) years of relevant experience as noted above.
• FAR/DFAR experience and ITAR/EAR compliance.
• Experience with MRP tools including planning and procurement modules.
• Experience with government purchasing and contracting requirement.
• High-value subcontract, or high-volume procurement management experience.
• Possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be extremely organized.
• Proficiency in the procurement process, including but not limited to price analysis, negotiations, policies and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present information; strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Collaborative and adaptable to a fluid environment, able to prioritize tasks and responsibilities appropriately. 
• Previous negotiation and forecasting experience, preferably in an aerospace industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Certification.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Experience with Costpoint and/or PLEX.

Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
  • BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
• 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Employer matching donations
• Professional development
• Mac or PC? Your choice!
• Awesome swag

The anticipated salary range for candidates in Tukwila, WA is $95,000-110,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of Seattle, WA.

BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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