Global Supply Manager, IT and Software Procurement

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic sourcing and vendor management, with a focus on maximizing value through effective supplier relationships. You will play a crucial role in managing the end-to-end procurement process and collaborating with internal stakeholders to align strategies with business needs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Demonstrated success in managing vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support supply chain strategy development and implementation.
• Manage vendor base and maintain long-term relationships.
• Drive sourcing activities through contract implementation.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Vendor Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management

Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Finance

Tools

PLM

ERP

MES

Job description

About the Role:

• Support the development and implementation of our supply chain strategy for your designated scope.
• Manage a broad and diverse vendor base to build and maintain long-term relationships that maximize value for both parties.
• Leverage forecasts and direct requests to develop commodity strategies and drive sourcing activities through contract implementation.
• Manage end-to-end process including, but not limited to PO Creation, RFI/RFQ/RFP process, Invoice Resolution, full supplier and stakeholder relationship management.
• Identify and capture cost savings as part of RFPs, leading negotiations with suppliers; build strategic, long-term relationships with supply partners to maximize value for both parties.
• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to anticipate requirements and implement procurement strategies aligned to business requirements.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations Management, Economics/Finance, or similar.
• 5+ years of demonstrated success in a strategic sourcing, manufacturing, or engineering role.
• Knowledge of enterprise applications (i.e., PLM, ERP, MES).

Nice to haves but not required:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain/Operations Management, or similar.
• Knowledge of contract structures, contract negotiations, contract implementation, and vendor management.