Global Supply Manager

Apex - Spacecraft Manufacturing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer seeks a Global Supply Chain Manager to oversee the purchasing and sourcing strategies for spacecraft components. The role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure manufacturing readiness and managing materials efficiently. Ideal candidates will have strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in supply chain management.

Benefits

Equity in Apex, sharing in company success

Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plans

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

401(k) plan with matching

Daily lunch and unlimited snacks

Community events like BBQs, tournaments, and clubs

Supportive work environment and top-notch tools

Opportunity to impact the aerospace industry

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations.
• Proven track record of cost reduction and on-time delivery.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of purchasing for direct materials.
• Design and develop sourcing strategies for key spacecraft components.
• Negotiate pricing and terms within responsible sourcing commodities.

Skills

Decision Making

Cost Reduction

Negotiation

Project Management

Contract Management

Spend Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field

Job description

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

We are seeking a Global Supply Chain Manager to work closely within the Supply Chain Team. This team manages the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. The role interfaces with production, program management, engineering, and leadership, requiring skills in Decision Making, Cost Reduction, Negotiation, Project Management, Contract Management, and Spend Management.

Responsibilities:

1. Ownership of purchasing for direct materials
2. Design and develop sourcing strategies for key spacecraft components and implement them
3. Negotiate pricing and terms within responsible sourcing commodities
4. Manage spend and budgets for direct materials
5. Identify new supplier candidates and drive continuous improvement within the supply base
6. Implement, maintain, and manage direct contracts with negotiation of contractual terms
7. Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to anticipate requirements and meet business needs
8. Support the development and implementation of purchasing strategies
9. Manage material flow, including logistics, inventory, and internal material movement

Requirements:

• U.S. Person status required due to access to export-controlled data
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
• 3-6 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations
• Proven track record of cost reduction and on-time delivery
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for interfacing with leadership

Benefits:

• Equity in Apex, sharing in company success
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision plans, with 99%+ premiums covered for primary and dependents
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Daily lunch and unlimited snacks
• Community events like BBQs, tournaments, and clubs
• Supportive work environment with top-notch tools and a great office in Playa Vista
• Opportunity to impact the aerospace industry

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We evaluate candidates based on merit, qualifications, and performance and do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, or other protected statuses.