Buyer Ii - Fasteners

Rocketlab

Middle River, MD, United States
Base: $75,000—$90,000 usd; bonus/equity: compyny e...
On-site
Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders
Manage rfq process for competitive bids
Negotiate terms with suppliers
Buyers are responsible for placing all purchase orders for Rocket Lab, supporting engineering R&D through production ramp

Job Summary

  • Buyers are responsible for placing all purchase orders for Rocket Lab, supporting engineering R&D through production ramp.
  • Accountable for the on-time-delivery of purchased parts from vendors to Rocket Lab and owning the business relationship with assigned suppliers.
  • Rocket Lab offers a robust benefits package including top-tier medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match.

Matching Summary

Buyers are responsible for placing all purchase orders for Rocket Lab, supporting engineering R&D through production ramp.

Salary

Base: $75,000—$90,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity; Benefits: Robust benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders
  • Manage RFQ process for competitive bids
  • Negotiate terms with suppliers
  • Maintain purchase order data in ERP system

Nice-to-have

  • Sourcing aerospace-grade fasteners
  • Understanding of fastener industry standards
  • Relationships with fastener suppliers
  • Experience in rapid growth environment

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years of buying or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree or 6+ years of equivalent experience
  • Proven ability to source, onboard, and negotiate pricing with suppliers
  • Proven knowledge of purchasing processes
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%

Work Rights

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