Buyer, Procurement & Supply Chain

Job overview

The Buyer, Procurement & Supply Chain role is onsite in Hawthorne, CA, with an annual salary of $105,000–$136,000. Astrolab designs and builds rovers, power systems, and data networks for sustained lunar operations. This role sources and purchases materials, components, and services for engineering and operations, helping maintain the supply chain for lunar rover projects. It balances cost, quality, and delivery needs through supplier relationships, contract negotiation, inventory coordination, and cross-functional work.

What you'll do

• Source and purchase materials, components, and services
• negotiate supplier pricing, delivery, quality, and contract terms
• coordinate inventory levels
• analyze supplier performance and market trends for cost savings
• resolve vendor issues
• collaborate with engineering, production, operations, and finance
• maintain purchasing records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

buyer

procurement

supply chain

supplier relations

contract negotiation

inventory control

cost optimization

lunar rovers

astrolab

hawthorne ca

$105k–$136k annually

bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company equity
• medical, dental, vision, and mental health benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• flexible paid time off
• parental leave
• home office setup reimbursement
• weekly lunch stipend
• on-site snacks and beverages.

Why this role

Supports procurement for lunar rover development and operations; periodic offsite field visits and associated travel may be required.

About the employer

Astrolab is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.