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AST SpaceMobile · Midland, Texas, United States · On-site

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About AST SpaceMobile

The SpaceMobile Network Our BlueBird satellites provide full broadband directly to standard smartphones without specialized hardware or phone modifications. Make video calls, browse the web, and use your apps at 4G and 5G speeds from anywhere on Earth.

About the role

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelors degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, NetSuite or related software
  • Ability to compile information and data to make decisions
  • Ability to work under pressure and to problem solving,
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
More about this role

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

  • 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 suppliers globally and or domestic along with the On time delivery of such goods.
  • Buying direct material parts from global suppliers
  • Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers
  • Providing buying benefits such as savings, better lead times, terms, when buying parts
  • Assurance of supply on timely matter, following thru from ordering to delivery
  • Transacting and Placing Purchase Orders for Direct Material Needs in our Netsuite System
  • Maintaining records and estimated dates for deliveries in the system Netsuite
  • Keeping Supplier and parts attributes in Netsuite up to...

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