Sourcing Manager

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term incentives (stock options)

Job summary

Impulse Space, based in Redondo Beach, CA, is looking for a Sourcing Manager to oversee strategic sourcing and supplier management for spacecraft production. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure quality and compliance of suppliers while optimizing procurement processes.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain and at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management. This position offers a competitive salary and potential for stock options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain and vendor management.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of sourcing risk landscape.
• Develop sourcing strategies for indirect spend.
• Lead vendor onboarding and qualification processes.
• Define SLAs and KPIs for suppliers.
• Collaborate with planning team for shared commodities.

Skills

Supply chain management

Vendor relationship management

Data analysis

Logistics

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Job description

Compensation: $115,000 - $155,000 / year

Department

Supply Chain

Location

Redondo Beach

Description

As a Sourcing Manager at Impulse, you will collaborate with multiple departments to support strategic sourcing and supplier management activities for hardware and materials critical to the production and manufacturing of a spacecraft. A key aspect of this role will be overseeing the supplier qualification processes to ensure that all suppliers meet the required performance, quality, and compliance standards. You will be responsible for evaluating potential suppliers and building long‑term partnerships to ensure the timely and reliable delivery of materials essential for mission success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of the sourcing risk landscape by evaluating spend profiles, market trends, global economic indicators, lead times, and supplier capabilities, and develop robust mitigation strategies to proactively manage potential disruptions
• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories, including ground support equipment (GSE) and tooling, in collaboration with the inventory and operations teams to ensure cost‑effective procurement, optimal stock levels, and alignment with program schedules
• Drive the end‑to‑end vendor onboarding process, including the development and implementation of a supplier tiering framework. Maintain clear documentation and ensure alignment with regulatory and internal standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define SLAs and KPIs for suppliers and measure the appropriate criteria, such as delivery of business results, cost reduction, quality and timeliness of delivery
• Partner with the planning team to assess cross‑program demand for shared commodities and components, consolidate forecasts into a strategic book of business, and engage with key suppliers to identify and develop preferred sourcing partnerships
• Perform advanced quantitative and business process analyses to identify financial impacts of decisions, cost improvement and performance for assigned categories
• Identify and execute annual cost optimization initiatives by minimizing usage inefficiencies and eliminating operational waste
• Lead high‑volume RFQs to source suppliers based on cost, lead time, and capabilities; negotiate favorable terms and ensure suppliers meet technical, quality, and compliance requirements including AS9100 certification and ITAR regulation in coordination with quality for vendor qualification
• Drive continuous improvement of the supply chain risk landscape by identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential disruptions that could impact execution, resilience, and overall supply chain health
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to maintain accurate, up‑to‑date bills of materials (BOMs) in PLM and ERP systems, ensuring alignment with design changes and production schedules in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Monitor inventory levels against demand and consumption patterns, implementing systems to procure materials efficiently and accurately
• Coordinate logistics for outsourced parts, drop shipments, and open order management, ensuring on‑time delivery according to PO promise dates and maintaining supplier performance
• Oversee the accuracy of receipts against purchase orders (POs) and vendor invoices, ensuring accurate accounting and financial tracking for the business

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Material or production planning, master production scheduling, or a related field
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, and vendor relationship management
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience working with ERP or inventory management systems

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Masters degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Material or Production Planning, or a related field
• 8+ years of demonstrated experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, and vendor relationship management
• Experience with commodities such as Machining, Additive Manufacturing, COTS (Fittings, Fasteners, Washers, etc.), Metal Raw Materials, PCB/PCBA, Composites, or Aerospace/Space-related components
• Preferred background in manufacturing or production environments, with a strong understanding of shop floor operations, fabrication processes, and cross‑functional collaboration with engineering and quality teams
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes related to mechanical components
• Proven experience building dashboard tools to automate repetitive tasks
• Strong data analysis skills, with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and Power BI
• Must be able to travel up to 15%

Additional Information

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full‑time hires, you may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.