Purchasing coordinator Jobs in Boulder, CO

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the Role

The Purchasing Coordinator II plays a vital role in our organization's procurement operations by providing administrative and operational support to the procurement team. This position is responsible for processing low-value procurement transactions, managing purchase orders, maintaining procurement databases, and generating reports to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure smooth procurement operations.

The Purchasing Coordinator II will execute low-value, non-complex procurement transactions and releases to previously negotiated strategic agreements under management supervision. This role requires collecting, organizing, and analyzing procurement data from multiple sources to create supply chain management-wide and program-specific reports on supplier cost, delivery, and quality metrics. The coordinator will manage purchase orders through their lifecycle, including tracking, supplier follow-up, and supporting closeout/payables processes to ensure contractual compliance. They will gather and distribute procurement documentation such as drawings, specifications, and statements of work from various data sources. The position involves maintaining procurement databases with high accuracy by entering, extracting, and updating information to support procurement agents and maintain data integrity. The coordinator will communicate effectively with procurement agents, internal stakeholders, and suppliers to resolve procurement cycle issues, identify and help resolve procurement discrepancies related to quotes, billing, contracts, and other documentation. Additionally, they will support Procurement Agents in completing procurement transactions and post-purchase order activities, while coordinating, scheduling, and leading procurement-related meetings with team members and stakeholders.

About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or administrative support roles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for creating procurement reports and data analysis
• Competency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for procurement documentation and communication
• Demonstrated ability to complete low-value procurement transactions under supervision
• Experience with purchase order tracking and supplier follow-up
• Accuracy in database management and data entry
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to identify and help resolve procurement discrepancies
• Experience in coordinating and scheduling meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in business, supply chain management, or related field
• Experience as a Procurement Coordinator/Administrator
• Advanced Excel skills for complex data analysis and reporting
• Experience creating and maintaining supplier performance metrics
• Knowledge of procurement systems and databases
• Experience with technical documentation management
• Demonstrated ability to lead procurement-related meetings
• Experience supporting closeout/payables processes
• Strong problem-solving skills related to procurement cycle issues
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams

Compensation:

Pay Range:

$20.72 - $28.50

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.

We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please .