Supply Chain Leader (m/f/d)
Core
Own end-to-end supply chain for new development programmes, integrating planning, purchasing, and fast-make manufacturing to support rapid engineering and production transition.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Leader (New Product Development)
Builds
Development supply-chain strategy, operating model, and transition to production for new space launch vehicles.
Domain
Aerospace / New Space / Rocket Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing & supply chain execution)
Required skills
Supply chain strategy, material and capacity planning, supplier selection and negotiation, prototype manufacturing management, risk management, team leadership, engineering integration
Preferred skills
Low-volume manufacturing, commercial procurement, KPI dashboarding, continuous improvement
Technologies
ERP systems, supply chain planning tools, risk registers
Responsibilities
Develop and implement supply-chain strategy for development programmes; Lead Planning, Purchasing and Fast Make Manufacturing; Establish scalable processes and systems; Provide supply-chain performance and risk reporting; Own material and capacity planning aligned to milestones; Manage supplier Quality, Cost and Delivery performance; Lead Fast Make/prototyping capability; Embed supply chain into engineering development process; Manage development procurement spend and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
