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Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
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Benefits

Generous Time Off Policy Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Family Leave Fitness Reimbursement Healthy snacks & beverages in every office Employee Referral Program

About Spire:

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual for the position of Indirect Buyer to join our purchasing team reporting to the Global Procurement Manager. As part of the Satellite Platform team, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services that indirectly contribute to the satellite production and support general business operations.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Representing Supply Chain, the Indirect Buyer will be responsible and accountable for all Indirect Purchasing activities within Spire, working closely with the Global Indirect Category Manager.
  • Responsible for purchasing activities for categories such as office supplies, IT equipment and services, marketing services, facilities management, and professional services.
  • Raising Purchase Orders, management of Purchase Requisitions, issuing quotations through the RFQ cycle etc.
  • Managing delivery schedule and weekly open order book.
  • Build and maintain external vendor and internal stakeholder relationships to ensure high performance and reliability.
  • Negotiate contracts, payment terms, and pricing to ensure cost savings and value.
  • Responsibility for procurement business system data and integrity.
  • Providing support for any direct purchasing needs as and when required.

Basic Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years of proven experience in a similar role within any industry.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

  • Previous experience in Purchasing
  • Proficient user of MS Office
  • Oracle Netsuite experience is a distinct advantage.
  • Solution driven approach to daily operational issues.
  • Solid administrative skills with the ability to deliver against tight deadlines.
  • 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, and this position will require you to work 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—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. . #LI-MK1


Global Perks

🛰️ Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP)
🚀 Launch Attendance
🌴 Generous Time Off Policy
🎓 Education Assistance Program
🥰 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
📈 Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
👣 Family Leave
💪 Fitness Reimbursement
🧡 Employee Referral Program
🍉 Healthy snacks & beverages in every office

About Spire

Weimprove life on Earth with data from space.

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.



Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

To help maintain a safe and secure workplace for Spire employees, all candidates who receive a conditional offer will be required to complete a background check. This may include criminal history and employment verification.

Please take a moment to review Spire's Global Data Privacy Notice for Employees, Contractors, Candidates and Visitors, as well as Spire's Privacy Policy.



Kindly be advised that communication regarding your application may come from @spire.com, @recruiting.spire.com, or from Candidate.fyi (our scheduling tool).


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