AST SpaceMobile

Buyer - Senior Buyer

Midland, Texas, United States

Full Time

a year ago

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Job description

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.

Summary:

The Buyer is responsible for assisting in the selection and purchasing of quality products at our Production facility in Midland, TX from a group of vendors and suppliers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in maintaining current inventory.
Assists in research, analysis, and forecasting of current and future buying trends, and products.
Maintains relationships with assigned wholesalers, vendors, and suppliers.
Assists in negotiation of contracts with select wholesalers, vendors, and suppliers.
May be assigned to projects to support procurement of goods and services.
May be assigned commodities to manage procurement and inventory levels.
Maintains relationships with internal customers.
Clear reporting of progress and expected deliveries.
Infrequent travel may be required.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree required in Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to compile information and make decisions.
Ability to work under pressure.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with ERPs.
Experience negotiating supply chain contracts.
3 years of relevant experience for Senior Buyer level.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.