Project Buyer

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our purchasing team reporting to the Global Procurement Manager. As part of the Satellite Platform team, you will help us define and execute the processes required to obtain the materials needed to build spacecraft within the purpose-built facility in Glasgow.

Role Responsibilities:

• Representing Supply Chain, the Project Buyer will be responsible and accountable for all Purchasing activities directly relating to Project execution.
• Interrogate project-driven demand and vendor selection based on capacity, capability, market awareness, quality, cost, and lead time.
• Identify, escalate, and mitigate potential risks through appropriate channels to ensure material availability deadlines are met.
• Recognize the wider impact that Supply Chain actions have on the project landscape and ensure that any outstanding tasks are completed within agreed timescales.
• Hold vendors accountable to their contractual commitments through regular Open Order Book management meetings, and challenge decommits, expedite, and escalate where required.
• Possess hands-on experience of the full P2P process, with particular focus on sourcing activities, RFQ cycle, and scheduling POs to a defined Project plan.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a similar role within any industry.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Relevant buying experience, preferably within Direct Material Procurement.
• Ability to communicate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, Project Managers, Engineering, Planning, Quality & Finance.
• Experience in building professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and vendors.
• Robust working knowledge of all Purchasing related activities and processes.
• Good team player with strong inter-personal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of systems – MRP system, Netsuite/Oracle or similar.
• Competent in MS Office, including Word, Excel & PowerPoint.
• Able to work on your own initiative and self-motivated with a positive approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence to communicate at all levels within a culturally diverse workforce.

Spire operates a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—candidates do not need to have these before applying.

About Spire:

We improve life on Earth with data from space. Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company owning and operating the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking worldwide. Its data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations for real-time global coverage. Spire is a global company, and our success depends on the diverse viewpoints, skills, and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion.

Candidates offered a conditional position will be required to complete a background check, including criminal history and employment verification, to ensure workplace safety and security.