Supply Chain/ Procurement/ Buyer- Urgent Need

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which spans Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security across all Blue Origin facilities. We're building reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. As part of our Supply Chain team, you will execute complex procurement activities while beginning to shape the supply base for current and future program needs. Working alongside senior buyers and commodity leads, you will take on pre-sourcing and supplier development responsibilities that extend beyond day-to-day purchasing — identifying sources, qualifying new suppliers, and helping build the supply chain foundation that Blue Origin's missions depend on. Own the full procurement lifecycle for complex, high-value, or long-lead commodities — from early engagement through contract closeout

Lead development and execution of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), sourcing partnerships, and other strategic agreements with oversight from a senior buyer or commodity lead

Develop and lead negotiation strategies for complex procurements; structure non-standard contract terms appropriate to program risk and business need

Participate in new supplier qualification: coordinate capability assessments, support first-article planning, and assist in setting up qualified sources in internal systems — in partnership with senior buyers

identify single-source risks, recommend mitigation options, and flag supply base gaps to the commodity lead

Ensure rigorous compliance with FAR/DFAR, SOX, and Blue Origin procurement standards; Serve as a cross-functional procurement point of contact for engineering, finance, and program teams on assigned commodities

provide guidance on procurement process, compliance, and supplier management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, plus 5–8 years of procurement or supply chain experience; Strong understanding of contract types and risk allocation in procurement agreements

able to build business cases, perform should-cost analysis, and present recommendations to leadership

S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee

CSCP, CPSM, or PMP certification

Current active DOD Secret Security Clearance and/or Special Access

Other site ranges may differ.

At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. Export Control Regulations

S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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 with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Medical

dental

basic and supplemental life insurance

short and long-term disability

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.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin'sAffirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at View email address on seattlejobs.com do not include any personal medical information in your request. We're committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we're working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable.