Space Supply Chain Leader

Lever, Inc.; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Hybrid Work

Commuter Perks

Lunch Stipend

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with company matching

Travel opportunities

Stock Options

Learning & Development

Job summary

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. seeks a Manager, Supply Chain to build and lead our U.S. supply chain organization. You will manage buyers, planners, logistics and receiving staff, while establishing procurement and export control systems for a growing space company.

You will collaborate with engineers to source flight-quality parts, ensure schedules, and meet government contracting requirements. This role demands strong leadership and a track record in aerospace supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years in supply chain, procurement, or subcontracts with at least 4 years leading people.
• Hands-on experience with FAR and DFARS requirements in procurement and subcontracting.
• Hands-on experience with ITAR and export control compliance in a supply chain setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the supply chain team, including hiring, goal setting, performance reviews, and workload planning.
• Set team priorities, metrics, and standards to ensure accountability and clear communication.
• Scale team and processes as program volume grows.
• Scale the supplier base to enable global impact.
• Own procurement strategy for flight hardware, materials, electronics, machined parts, test services, and subcontracts.
• Manage supplier performance issues, corrective actions, and escalations with Quality and Engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

ispace Technologies, US, Inc. seeks a Manager, Supply Chain to build and lead our U.S. supply chain organization. You will manage buyers, planners, logistics and receiving staff, while establishing procurement and export control systems for a growing space company.

You will collaborate with engineers to source flight-quality parts, ensure schedules, and meet government contracting requirements. This role demands strong leadership and a track record in aerospace supply chain management.