Buyer, Supply Chain
Blue Origin
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Operations
- Work
- On-site in Greater Seattle Area
- Pay
- $64.55K–$90.37K a year
- Skill demand
- Operations70%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
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. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, supporting manufacturing and supply chain across all facilities. As part of the Supply Chain team, you will support day-to-day procurement activities for spaceflight systems and develop your skills across the full purchasing lifecycle. This position directly impacts space exploration history and requires commitment, attention to detail, and a passion for safe, repeatable spaceflight.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute tactical purchasing functions including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and invoice resolution.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quote (RFQs) with guidance from senior buyers.
- Support cost analysis in proposal evaluations.
- Maintain accurate, compliant procurement files and data records.
- Track supplier deliverables and escalate schedule or quality concerns in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with Blue Origin supply chain policies, procedures, and applicable regulations (FAR/DFAR, SOX).
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and program teams to understand and support procurement requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to streamline processes.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience; internship or co-op experience in procurement or supply chain considered.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working with ambiguity and eager to learn new systems and processes.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive team culture.
- U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of relevant experience; internship or co-op experience in procurement or supply chain considered.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working with ambiguity and eager to learn new systems and processes.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive team culture.
- U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee.
Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $64,548.00 - $90,366.15. Other site ranges may differ.
Background Check Requirements
- Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation.
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
- Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
- Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
- Education Support Program.
- Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.