Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
Ursa Major is looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team, who will report to the Procurement Lead. You will increase operational efficiency by engaging with our suppliers, issuing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, and communicating timelines to internal customers. We prefer that you are proficient in informational flow and communication, which are necessary to succeed at a smaller, technical organization. You will support the Manufacturing team while facilitating engineering goals and supporting all organizational groups.
We prefer that you are comfortable using modern ERP systems, MS Office suite, project management software, and have excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, services, and equipment needed for manufacturing.
- Regularly update Supply Chain leadership and internal customers on the status of open purchase orders and delivery timelines.
- Negotiate favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with new and existing suppliers.
- Assist in the oversight of the supplier management system, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations (ITAR/EAR).
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure prompt deliveries and optimal pricing.
- Aid in supplier non-disclosure agreement creation and processing.
- 10-15% travel time for supplier visits.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple engine programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Resolve any issues related to price discrepancies, delayed shipments, or damaged goods.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Engineering, Material Control, Quality, Finance, meet project and production timelines.
Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, preferably in a manufacturing environment (aerospace experience is a plus).
- Proficiency in hardware-centered production environment.
- Project management knowledge.
- Experience working in the Federal Government regulatory environment (i.e. understands FAR and DFAR procurement requirements and how they impact suppliers).
- Familiarity with with modern ERP systems (experience with Odoo is a plus).
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $60,000 - $80,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Benefits Include:
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
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