Buyer

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.