Senior Buyer

Northwood is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Buyer to help develop our ground station supply base and support our production launch this year. As the first procurement hire at our rapidly growing ground station team, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and scaling our procurement function. You will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the materials, components, and services necessary to support the development and manufacturing of our cutting-edge ground station technology.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally within manufacturing or technology industries.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, components, and materials, especially in high-tech industries such as aerospace, electronics, or telecommunications.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers, manage budgets, and analyze supplier performance data to drive cost reductions.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with procurement software and MRP systems; familiarity with Netsuite, Oracle, or similar tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve in a rapidly evolving startup environment.

Benefits

• Compensation is determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
• Individual level and base pay is determined on a base-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, and technical capabilities.
• In addition to base salary, Northwood Space offers long term incentives such as company stock, stock options, and cash awards, as well as discretionary bonus for performance.
• Northwood Space benefits include equity, health care, unlimited vacation, retirement savings and professional development.