Project Procurement Manager

constellr; Germany (OH); Hybrid; USD 103,603 - 138,138; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VSOP

Remote/hybrid options

Job summary

constellr seeks an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to reinforce its Program Management function, focusing on institutional, government-backed, and publicly funded programs in Germany and Europe.

You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a regulated environment, interfacing with agencies, prime contractors, and public partners to meet quality and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project and procurement management within institutional, government-backed, or publicly funded programs.
• Strong experience in the German space/aerospace/high-tech ecosystem.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs with governance requirements.
• Solid understanding of public procurement processes and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate satellite programs with institutional/government-funded initiatives (e.g., DLR, ESA).
• Ensure end-to-end program execution: schedule, cost, risk, quality per defense-grade standards.
• Develop and implement scalable procurement strategies under public procurement rules.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships in the German industrial ecosystem.
• Lead contract negotiations aligning commercial and regulatory needs.
• Interface with external stakeholders, agencies, and prime contractors.
• Improve internal processes for auditability, traceability, and compliance.
• Support future satellite generations by aligning procurement with long-term roadmaps.

Skills

Procurement management

Government programs

Stakeholder management

German language

English communication

Contract negotiations

Job description

Our Mission

At constellr, we're harnessing the power of space to solve one of Earth’s greatest challenges: climate resilience & security in a changing world. Our thermal satellite constellation delivers the most accurate land surface temperature data on the market, equipping commercial players, governments, defence agencies, and global institutions with the thermal intelligence they need to make strategic decisions– from national security and infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience.

As a fast-scaling company with offices in Brussels, Freiburg, Munich, Washington and Toulouse, our multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and strategists is building the future of space-based Earth observation

Location: Remote or Hybrid - Germany
Team & Reporting Line: Program Management Team | Reports to Lead Project & Procurement Manager

Your Role

We are seeking an experienced Project & Procurement Manager to strengthen our Program Management function, with a strong focus on institutional, government-backed, and publicly funded programs, particularly within the German and broader European space ecosystem.

This is a pivotal role in constellr’s next growth phase. You will ensure excellence in program execution and procurement within a highly regulated, stakeholder-driven environment. Working at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and public institutions, you will help deliver satellite programs that meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and reliability, aligned with German and European institutional expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate complex satellite programs, with a strong emphasis on institutional and government-funded initiatives (e.g., DLR, ESA, national programs).
• Ensure end-to-end program execution excellence, including schedule, cost, risk, and quality management, in line with institutional and defence-grade standards (e.g., ISO/AS9100).
• Develop and implement scalable procurement strategies compliant with public procurement regulations and governance frameworks.
• Build, manage, and strengthen strategic supplier relationships, with a focus on the German industrial ecosystem.
• Lead contract negotiations and placements, balancing commercial objectives with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a key interface with external stakeholders, including agencies, prime contractors, and public partners.
• Enhance internal processes to ensure auditability, traceability, and compliance typical of government-backed programs.
• Support future satellite generations by aligning procurement and partnerships with long-term institutional roadmaps.

About You

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in project and procurement management within institutional, government-backed, or publicly funded programs.
• Strong experience within the German space, aerospace, or high-tech industrial ecosystem (e.g., DLR, ESA programs, prime contractors, or major suppliers).
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder programs with high governance and compliance requirements.
• Solid understanding of public procurement processes, contractual frameworks, and regulatory environments.
• Experience in satellite manufacturing, integration, or testing environments is highly desirable.
• Strong negotiation skills in structured, high-stakes environments.
• Confidence engaging with senior institutional and governmental stakeholders.
• Fluent German (mandatory) and excellent English communication skills.
• Spacecraft industry experience required; aerospace or automotive backgrounds may be considered.
• Strong familiarity with the German market and experience working with German customers, partners, or public-sector stakeholders is an advantage.

Why Join constellr?

• Be part of an ambitious mission to launch the world’s first commercial thermal infrared constellation
• Play a defining role in scaling a company at the intersection of space, climate, and security
• Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options
• Competitive compensation, including Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees
• Join a team committed to diversity, inclusion, scientific excellence, and real-world impact