Supply Chain Manager

Industrious Ventures; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity-Based Compensation

Highly Competitive PTO

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Performance-Based Bonus Structure

Job summary

Industrious Ventures in El Segundo is hiring a Supply Chain Manager to support procurement and inventory activities vital for our engineering teams. You will build relationships with suppliers, ensure timely delivery of materials, and monitor inventory levels to support efficient manufacturing of aerospace hardware.

Required skills include a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, 2–5 years' experience, and proficiency with ERP systems. A competitive salary of $85,000–$115,000 and excellent benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement roles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders.
• Request supplier quotations and compare pricing.
• Track purchase orders for timely delivery.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Purchasing

Procurement

Strong organizational skills

Strong analytical skills

ERP systems (NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle)

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Logistics

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

Join Space Kinetic, a pioneering space technology startup, as a Supply Chain Manager. In this role, you will support the procurement, supplier management, material planning, and inventory activities essential to our engineering and manufacturing teams. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient flow of materials needed to build next-generation aerospace hardware, working closely with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders for engineering, manufacturing, and operational needs
• Request supplier quotations and compare pricing, lead times, and capabilities
• Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve shortages, delays, and quality issues
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• Assist with supplier onboarding and performance tracking
• Help identify alternate suppliers to reduce supply risk
• Support supplier negotiations for pricing and delivery improvements
• Monitor inventory levels and support material planning activities
• Coordinate with manufacturing to ensure material availability for production schedules
• Assist with receiving, inventory reconciliation, and material tracking
• Help maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system
• Work closely with engineering to source prototype and production components
• Support manufacturing with material availability and scheduling priorities
• Assist with tracking critical hardware and long‑lead items
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain organization

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Experience supporting manufacturing or engineering organizations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Experience using ERP systems (NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple teams
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Preferred Skills

• Aerospace or defense industry experience
• Experience supporting prototype or low‑volume manufacturing
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, electronics, or aerospace components
• Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and ITAR requirements
• Experience working in a startup environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills
• Passion for the commercial and national security space industry

What We Offer

• Equity‑Based Compensation
• Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Unique Performance‑Based Bonus Structure

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Pay Range

$85,000 – $115,000 USD