Buyer Jobs in Colorado
Buyer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Kroger's King Soopers division maintain active procurement teams. The strongest demand is in defense and aerospace supply chains, retail and grocery procurement, and construction materials buying. Openings range from entry-level purchasing assistants to senior strategic sourcing managers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Senior Buyer & Team Lead provides senior-level procurement support for LASP spaceflight instruments and spacecraft, as well as the engineering non-flight activities that support them. The position plans, processes, coordinates, expedites, and closes procurements for components, printed wiring boards (PWBs), lab supplies, equipment, and other materials required to assemble and test instruments. The role works across engineering, project teams, suppliers, and university procurement organization to ensure procurement requirements are complete, compliant, accurately documented, and delivered in support of program schedules. Success requires sound procurement judgement, strong follow-through, accurate records, effective communication, and the ability to anticipate and resolve procurement issues before they affect program schedules.
In addition to your procurement responsibilities, this position provides guidance, training, work direction, evaluation, and support to buyers on the team. The Senior Buyer & Team Lead promotes consistent procurement practices, data integrity, timely communication, and effective cross-functional coordination across the team and supported programs.
Who We Are
Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizing human understanding of the cosmos. LASP is deeply committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers. From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth’s upper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet in the solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary and space physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the search for evidence of habitable worlds.
LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. We employ over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.
LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations. Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Development and use of innovative technologies and continuing participation in new research initiatives ensures a strong leadership role for LASP into the future. LASP is proud of our work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for a broad range of experiences. Further information about LASP can be found here: https://lasp.colorado.edu/home/.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Manage procurement activities for LASP space-flight programs, from request initiation through purchase order completion, delivery, issue resolution, and closeout.
- Prepare and obtain required approvals for purchase orders while ensuring compliance with applicable Federal, State of Colorado, and University of Colorado policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitor and report procurement status, identify schedule risks, and proactively expedite orders to support engineering and manufacturing deadlines.
- Apply University of Colorado and State of Colorado pricing agreements.
- Team Leadership, Training & Customer Support
- Ensure work is distributed across the team such that procurement objectives can be met.
- Assist, train and support buyers in the department; and maintain consistent practices and expectations across the procurement group.
- Train engineers on the information and documentation needed to submit effective procurement requests, including required purchase order information.
- Serve as a knowledgeable procurement resource for engineers, program managers, schedulers, business analysts, and other organizational customers.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers, balancing procurement requirements with program needs and schedules.
- Provide timely status updates and escalate significant procurement issues to the appropriate program stakeholders.
- Supplier Management & Issue Resolution
- Build and maintain productive supplier relationships and work with Quality Assurance (QA) and engineering personnel to establish new suppliers when needed.
- Evaluate supplier performance, including delivery, responsiveness, quality, and other factors relevant to program requirements.
- Resolve shipment discrepancies, invoice errors, and other supplier issues in a timely manner and coordinate corrective action as needed.
- Work with end users and suppliers to facilitate the return of non-compliant material or equipment and support appropriate replacement or resolution activities.
- Program Records, Parts & Data Integrity
- Create and review flight and non-flight kit lists and maintain procurement information needed to support program execution.
- Ensure parts are transferred between programs appropriately and maintain approvals and records of those transactions.
- Maintain procurement and program information in department and University software systems, with a focus on completeness, accuracy, traceability, and data integrity.
- Maintain procurement, receipt, and usage data for flight-build PWBA components to ensure accurate final “As-Built” documentation for program closeout.
- Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate procurement activities with the University of Colorado’s Procurement Service Center, Office of Contracts and Grants, Program Managers, Cognizant Engineers, Schedulers, Business Analysts, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
- Assist with documenting, maintaining, and updating procurement policies, procedures, and working practices.
- Use multiple department and University software systems to perform procurement and program-support responsibilities effectively.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of Engineering Services and LASP program needs.
What We Can Offer
Annual Salary: $99,000 - $135,000.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
- Bachelor’s degree and 9–13 years of purchasing experience; or Master’s degree and 7–11 years; or PhD and 4–8 years.
- Team leadership & working with other departments effectively.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Demonstrated experience with fundamental purchasing processes.
- Knowledgeable in purchasing and production software systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to data and documentation accuracy.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external customers.
- Strong self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work independently while maintaining accountability for assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and competing procurement activities throughout the workday.
- Curiosity and willingness to ask questions and develop a strong understanding of the working environment, particularly procurement practices and data and inventory integrity.
- Due to requirements to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or other protected individuals (i.e., persons designated as an asylee, refugee, or temporary resident under amnesty provisions) may apply.
What You Will Need
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to data and documentation accuracy.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external customers.
- Strong self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work independently while maintaining accountability for assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and competing procurement activities throughout the workday.
- Curiosity and willingness to ask questions and develop a strong understanding of the working environment, particularly procurement practices and data and inventory integrity.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV.
- Cover Letter.
(Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
Please apply by 11/25/2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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Location:
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Job Summary
The Senior Buyer & Team Lead provides senior-level procurement support for LASP spaceflight instruments and spacecraft, as well as the engineering non-flight activities that support them. The position plans, processes, coordinates, expedites, and closes procurements for components, printed wiring boards (PWBs), lab supplies, equipment, and other materials required to assemble and test instruments. The role works across engineering, project teams, suppliers, and university procurement organization to ensure procurement requirements are complete, compliant, accurately documented, and delivered in support of program schedules. Success requires sound procurement judgement, strong follow-through, accurate records, effective communication, and the ability to anticipate and resolve procurement issues before they affect program schedules.
In addition to your procurement responsibilities, this position provides guidance, training, work direction, evaluation, and support to buyers on the team. The Senior Buyer & Team Lead promotes consistent procurement practices, data integrity, timely communication, and effective cross-functional coordination across the team and supported programs.
Who We Are
Founded a decade before NASA, the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder is revolutionizing human understanding of the cosmos. LASP is deeply committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers. From enabling the first exploratory rocket measurements of Earth’s upper atmosphere to trailblazing observations of every planet in the solar system, LASP is at the forefront of solar, planetary and space physics research, space-weather monitoring, and the search for evidence of habitable worlds.
LASP advances scientific discovery and inspires the next generation through research, innovation, and education in space sciences. We employ over 700 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students that work closely to cultivate creative ideas and explore novel solutions to make the impossible possible.
LASP is dedicated to building and maintaining a unique synergism of expertise in space science, engineering, and spacecraft operations. Through research projects, LASP participates actively in the training of the future leaders of space research and helps the University of Colorado to educate students with valued technical and scientific skills. Development and use of innovative technologies and continuing participation in new research initiatives ensures a strong leadership role for LASP into the future. LASP is proud of our work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for a broad range of experiences. Further information about LASP can be found here: https://lasp.colorado.edu/home/.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Manage procurement activities for LASP space-flight programs, from request initiation through purchase order completion, delivery, issue resolution, and closeout.
- Prepare and obtain required approvals for purchase orders while ensuring compliance with applicable Federal, State of Colorado, and University of Colorado policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitor and report procurement status, identify schedule risks, and proactively expedite orders to support engineering and manufacturing deadlines.
- Apply University of Colorado and State of Colorado pricing agreements.
- Team Leadership, Training & Customer Support
- Ensure work is distributed across the team such that procurement objectives can be met.
- Assist, train and support buyers in the department; and maintain consistent practices and expectations across the procurement group.
- Train engineers on the information and documentation needed to submit effective procurement requests, including required purchase order information.
- Serve as a knowledgeable procurement resource for engineers, program managers, schedulers, business analysts, and other organizational customers.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers, balancing procurement requirements with program needs and schedules.
- Provide timely status updates and escalate significant procurement issues to the appropriate program stakeholders.
- Supplier Management & Issue Resolution
- Build and maintain productive supplier relationships and work with Quality Assurance (QA) and engineering personnel to establish new suppliers when needed.
- Evaluate supplier performance, including delivery, responsiveness, quality, and other factors relevant to program requirements.
- Resolve shipment discrepancies, invoice errors, and other supplier issues in a timely manner and coordinate corrective action as needed.
- Work with end users and suppliers to facilitate the return of non-compliant material or equipment and support appropriate replacement or resolution activities.
- Program Records, Parts & Data Integrity
- Create and review flight and non-flight kit lists and maintain procurement information needed to support program execution.
- Ensure parts are transferred between programs appropriately and maintain approvals and records of those transactions.
- Maintain procurement and program information in department and University software systems, with a focus on completeness, accuracy, traceability, and data integrity.
- Maintain procurement, receipt, and usage data for flight-build PWBA components to ensure accurate final “As-Built” documentation for program closeout.
- Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate procurement activities with the University of Colorado’s Procurement Service Center, Office of Contracts and Grants, Program Managers, Cognizant Engineers, Schedulers, Business Analysts, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
- Assist with documenting, maintaining, and updating procurement policies, procedures, and working practices.
- Use multiple department and University software systems to perform procurement and program-support responsibilities effectively.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of Engineering Services and LASP program needs.
What We Can Offer
Annual Salary: $99,000 - $135,000.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
What We Require
- Bachelor’s degree and 9–13 years of purchasing experience; or Master’s degree and 7–11 years; or PhD and 4–8 years.
- Team leadership & working with other departments effectively.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Demonstrated experience with fundamental purchasing processes.
- Knowledgeable in purchasing and production software systems.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to data and documentation accuracy.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external customers.
- Strong self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work independently while maintaining accountability for assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and competing procurement activities throughout the workday.
- Curiosity and willingness to ask questions and develop a strong understanding of the working environment, particularly procurement practices and data and inventory integrity.
- Due to requirements to access export-controlled data and information, only U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), or other protected individuals (i.e., persons designated as an asylee, refugee, or temporary resident under amnesty provisions) may apply.
What You Will Need
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to data and documentation accuracy.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external customers.
- Strong self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work independently while maintaining accountability for assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and competing procurement activities throughout the workday.
- Curiosity and willingness to ask questions and develop a strong understanding of the working environment, particularly procurement practices and data and inventory integrity.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV.
- Cover Letter.
(Optional) Transcripts/Proof of Degree: If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources Department using an approved online vendor. However, if your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit an English-translated version as an Optional document.
Please apply by 11/25/2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu
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Buyer Job Market in Colorado
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in buyer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience with purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and contract management
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar procurement platforms
- Knowledge of Colorado's defense and aerospace supply chain regulations and compliance requirements
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) preferred
- Strong analytical skills for evaluating supplier bids, costs, and delivery performance
Buyer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a buyer in Colorado?
Most buyer roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, though some employers accept equivalent experience. There is no state-issued license required to work as a buyer in Colorado. Candidates strengthen their candidacy by earning the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential through the Institute for Supply Management or the Certified Purchasing Professional designation through the American Purchasing Society.
Which companies hire buyers in Colorado?
Employers hiring buyers in Colorado right now include Kittle Real Estate, Augmentis, and Whole Foods Market, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's defense and aerospace sector, anchored by companies along the Front Range, drives consistent demand for procurement professionals with technical supply chain backgrounds.
Which Colorado cities have the most buyer jobs?
Denver, Longmont, and Boulder have the most buyer openings in Colorado. Denver dominates due to its concentration of corporate headquarters, distribution centers, and government contractors, while Colorado Springs benefits from a heavy defense and military presence, and Boulder attracts buyers for technology and consumer goods companies based along the northern Front Range corridor.
Are there remote buyer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since much of a buyer's work involves digital communication, data analysis, and contract review rather than hands-on tasks. About 67% of buyer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of the role. Strategic sourcing and category management positions are the most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a buyer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a purchasing assistant or procurement coordinator role, which large Colorado employers in retail, healthcare, and defense use to bring in candidates with limited direct experience. Kroger's King Soopers division, UCHealth, and major aerospace contractors along the Front Range regularly post entry-level procurement positions. A supply chain internship, an associate's degree in business, or progress toward a CPSM certification gives candidates a measurable edge over uncrentialed applicants in a competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to buyer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to buyer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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