Procurement Administrator

About Us:

BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.

As part of the Legal & Contracts team at BlackSky, the Procurement Administrator will support our satellite manufacturing function to ensure a successful procurement strategy for projects through design, build, test, and operations. The Procurement Administrator will help guide the development of purchasing strategies, market research, RFPs, purchase orders, and terms and conditions. This position reports to the Director, Contracts.  A strong work ethic and commitment to success are critical attributes for a candidate’s success.

This position can be remote, but candidates Herndon, VA candidates who are willing to come into the office as needed are preferred. 

Responsibilities: 

• Evaluate, negotiate and execute a variety of contractual materials covering a range of procurement transactions with suppliers, to include: formal requests for proposals, master purchasing agreements, purchase orders, and related terms and conditions.
• Assist in the purchase of materials and services at competitive prices, considering quality and suitability, time constraints/requirements, and the benefits to the company, both short- and long-term.
• Evaluate business and cost risks and identify and implement contractual levers to manage risks for the life of the procurement.
• Create and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and serve as the singular point of contact for matters concerning associated procurements.
• Maintain records for correspondence and documentation in relation to established procurements and those in progress within the Company’s contract management system.
• Communicate and present information to internal stakeholders with regards to procurement related matters.
• Monitor Purchase Orders/Master Purchasing Agreements, as well as the close-out, extension or renewal according to the needs of the company.
• Solve procurement-related problems that may arise with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support project teams in evaluation of supplier proposals and terms and conditions as the procurement subject matter expert.
• Establish ground rules for procurement agreement negotiation with project team and supplier.
• Monitor procurements, to include deliverables and supplier performance in conformance with requirements, coordinating with supply chain and project teams, and recommend, document, and implement modifications as needed/required.
• Lead prioritization of key procurement terms for negotiation according to unique project characteristics and collaborate with internal subject matter experts, to include: legal, finance, operations/supply chain and others to ensure a comprehensive review and approval of terms.
• Serve as key resource for accurately conveying commercial terms and negotiation points to various cross functional teams.
• Ensure procurement documentation is in accordance with BlackSky and legal requirements, specifications, and regulations.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• At least five (5) years of experience in procurement and contract administration.
• Experience with supply chain and product manufacturing environment, ideally within the aerospace industry.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and Microsoft Project.
• Strong negotiation skills including superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges during stressful situations.
• Demonstrated success working to develop consensus from diverse opinions in a highly fluid and time constrained environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, including organizing processes and workflows for effective, efficient, and compliant outcomes, and comfort with autonomy as well as the ability to work effectively in cross-functional team settings.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Familiarity with U.S. government contract flow-downs.
• Experience with Deltek/CostPoint and/or Plex.

Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible, US-based, employees includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
• 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Employer matching donations
• Professional development
• Mac or PC? Your choice!
• Awesome swag

The anticipated base salary range for candidates in Herndon, VA is $95,000 - $115,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of Seattle, WA.

BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. #LI-Remote

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