IRIS2 Contract & Procurement Manager

Eutelsat; Issy-les-Moulineaux; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eutelsat is seeking an experienced Contract and Procurement Manager for the IRIS² SpaceRise programme to lead end-to-end procurement contracts with space primes, launch services, and ground/service suppliers.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will manage a small procurement team, ensure compliance with space industry standards, and coordinate cross-functional teams to keep milestones on track.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Contract Management or Procurement in the space program sector.
• Experience with satellite programmes, launch services or defense projects is a plus.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of procurement contracts with space primes, launch services, and ground/service providers, ensuring alignment with programme milestones.
• Monitor critical path deliverables with the PMO and proactively address delays or non-conformances.
• Ensure compliance with space industry and security standards for the IRIS² Programme.
• Manage relationships with Satellite Prime, Ground, Service/Operations suppliers and launch providers to meet targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, finance, legal and programme management teams to resolve issues.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with vendors and address deviations in quality, schedule or cost.
• Identify and mitigate programme-critical risks such as supply chain disruptions and cost overruns.
• Track contract spend, validate invoices, and ensure cost efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Stress management

Tools

SAP

Job description

Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

With Eutelsa You’ll Get To:

• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Contract and Procurement Manager for IRIS² SpaceRise programme in Eutelsat. The Contract and Procurement Manager is responsible for the end-to-end execution of high-value Procurement contracts established with the space industry such that they deliver on-time, on quality, with space industry and security standards and within the allocated foreseen budget and price.

This role ensures that all contracts that Eutelsat will manage to deliver its contribution to the IRIS2 program: mainly focussed on the Space segment but also for Service/Operations and Ground segment

The Contract and Procurement Manager, who reports directly to the Program Director, is accountable for the program to the proper execution of the supplier contracts, including the management of changes within a controlled configuration

The Contract and Procurement Manager acts as the operational link between procurement strategy, engineering teams, finance team, mitigating risks to support the programme milestones.

Who You Are:

You have strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills with an ability to work under pressure in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment. You are structured, organized and thrive in collaborative environments. You have a strong experience in juggling multiple priorities and can effectively communicate in both English and cross-functional teams. You enjoy providing structure and clarity in high-impact programs and are confident using Contract Management Tools (e.g. SAP).

What are your key responsabilities:

• Lead the execution of procurement contracts with satellite Primes, launch services, and Eutelsat ground and service/operations suppliers, ensuring alignment with programme milestones and technical requirements.
• Monitor critical path deliverables, with the support of the PMO team, proactively addressing delays or non-conformances.
• Ensure strict compliance with space industry and security standards applied for IRIS² Programme
• Manage relationships with Satellite Prime, Ground, Service/operations suppliers and launch providers, ensuring performance meets the programme’s targets
• Coordinate with engineering, quality assurance, finance, legal and programme management teams to resolve technical, logistical, financial, or contractual issues.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with vendors, addressing quality, schedule, or cost deviations.
• Identify and mitigate programme-critical risks, such as supply chain disruptions, technical non-compliance, or cost overruns.
• Track contract spend, validate invoices, and ensure cost efficiency in a high-budgetenvironment.
• Manage and fully control contract amendments, change orders, and claims management, particularly for scope changes or technical adjustments.
• Maintain audit-ready contract records, including technical specifications, compliance certificates, and performance metrics.
• Generate executive reports on contract status, risks, and vendor performance for programme leadership and stakeholders.

You will report to the Program Director and will manage a small procurement team

You will be also in charge of maintaining a database of the key information of the program (Cost, programmatic, progress) and associated communication pack

You will be in charge of ensuring the proper application of key corporate processes like Export Control, data governance and configuration.

You will work in the environment of the IRIS2 consortium with other partners and will make sure that the Eutelsat contribution in the overall project management is benchmarked

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in Contract Management or Procurement with at least 3 years in the space Program sector. Experience with satellite programmes, launch services or defense projects is a high plus.
• Strong awareness of key processes and tasks as described above
• Good knowledge in finance
• Awareness in Legal
• Leadership to support and coordinate a team of various skills, companies
• Experience in Contract Management digital tools
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesFluency in English (written and spoken)
• Availability in Toulouse, or Issy les Moulineaux or Turin, with regular travels to Toulouse.

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