Supply Chain Manager – Electronics, Sensors & UAV Components (m/w/d) all levels

Autonomous Teaming; München; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a dynamic defense-tech start-up in Munich focused on AI-driven solutions for security challenges. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will oversee procurement and logistics for UAV components, ensuring compliance and efficiency. We value creativity, leadership, and a strong work ethic. If you are passionate about innovation and want to make a difference, apply now!

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years experience in supply chain management or logistics in defense or aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of electronics and UAV-related components.

Aufgaben

• Manage and optimize the end-to-end supply chain for UAV electronics.
• Develop relationships with global suppliers and manufacturers.
• Ensure on-time procurement and compliance with regulations.

Kenntnisse

Procurement

Logistics

Supplier Negotiations

Contract Management

Risk Assessment

Inventory Management

ERP

Supply Chain Analytics

Tools

ERP

MRP

Supply Chain Analytics Tools

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Your mission

1. Manage and optimize the end-to-end supply chain for UAV electronics, sensors, and critical components.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with global suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners.
3. Ensure on-time procurement, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation in the supply chain.
4. Oversee supplier qualification, contract negotiations, and compliance with ITAR, EAR, and BAFA regulations.
5. Implement inventory management strategies to balance cost, lead times, and production needs.
6. Monitor geopolitical risks, export regulations, and supply chain vulnerabilities.
7. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to align procurement with R&D and production demands.
8. Utilize ERP and supply chain analytics tools to optimize operations and forecasting.

Your profile

1. 5+ years experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics in defense, aerospace, or high-tech manufacturing.
2. Strong knowledge of electronics, RF systems, sensors, and UAV-related components.
3. Experience with ITAR, EAR, EU Dual-Use, and military-grade supply chain compliance.
4. Expertise in supplier negotiations, contract management, and global sourcing.
5. Proficiency in ERP, MRP, and supply chain analytics tools.
6. Ability to manage complex logistics, multi-tier suppliers, and rapid production scaling.

Nice to have

1. Experience in counter-UAV, drone technology, or electronic warfare systems.
2. Background in supply chain resilience strategies and risk assessment for global operations.
3. Knowledge of lean manufacturing and just-in-time (JIT) inventory principles.

Meta

1. Creativity, systematic design thinking, and disciplined execution.
2. Servant leader mindset, prioritizing team success over ego.
3. Highest moral standards and work ethic.
4. Valuing extracurricular responsibilities and achievements.
5. Intrinsic motivation, willingness to go the extra mile, and attention to detail.
6. Fluent in English.
7. Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is required.
8. Successful candidates will need to obtain security clearance.

Why us?

Join us to shape the future of AI-driven defense! If you feel you fit the description but don't meet all criteria 100%, apply anyway. We look forward to your detailed application via our online form.

The world is changing. Exponential technologies are creating new security threats. We are committed to staying ahead by building nimble, scalable, and cost-effective defenses. We seek passionate developers eager to create exceptional products, safeguard our freedom, and strengthen democracies.

About Us

We are a defense-tech start-up specializing in machine vision solutions. If you are passionate about innovation and driven to create next-generation solutions, this is an opportunity for you!

What we do: We develop solutions enabling computers and sensors to collaborate as teams to address security challenges, focusing on defending against AI-powered asymmetric threats like drone swarms and UXVs.

Who we are: Based in Munich, Berlin, and Toulouse, we are expanding across Europe with plans for more offices. We embrace a hybrid work culture, valuing in-office collaboration and remote work with responsibility and autonomy.