Manager, Procurement (Machining)
Core
Lead procurement strategy and supplier execution for machining commodities supporting the development and production of the world's first commercial space station.
Role type
Manager, Procurement (Machining)
Builds
Machining supply base for Haven Station modules
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Space station development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supplier selection, capacity planning, commercial negotiations, KPI development, supplier relationship management, team leadership, sourcing strategy, risk mitigation, contract execution, supplier qualification, process optimization, make-versus-buy evaluation, quality management system compliance
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense/space/automotive/high-reliability hardware experience, machining processes (CNC milling/turning/multi-axis), tight-tolerance/low-volume/high-mix hardware sourcing, AS9100/ISO9001 knowledge, supplier business reviews, engineering documentation review, ERP/MRP-driven procurement, dashboard/reporting development, lean manufacturing, supplier development methodologies
Technologies
CNC milling, CNC turning, multi-axis machining, ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Lead and performance-manage a team of 3–5 buyers; own and execute overall commodity strategy for machining; establish supplier selection strategies balancing speed, quality, cost, and scalability; act as primary escalation point for supplier issues; partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management; develop and track KPIs for sourcing and supplier performance; drive competitive sourcing events, RFQs/RFPs, and negotiations; lead supplier business reviews and performance management; identify and qualify new machining suppliers; optimize procurement processes for speed and agility; challenge requirements to improve manufacturability; support make-versus-buy evaluations; ensure supplier execution supports quality management system requirements; build organizational capability through coaching and training; provide visibility to senior leadership on supplier performance and risks; implement scalable improvements for supply chain resilience.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leader with team management