Sourcing Manager, AI Satellite Electronics (Starmind)
Core
Sourcing Manager for AI Satellite Electronics, executing large-scale supply chain strategies for connectors, PCBA, harnessing, and machined parts to support production at the Bastrop, TX facility.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Manager (Supply Chain)
Builds
AI Satellites for global scale compute deployment
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Manufacturing
Required skills
supplier development, contract negotiation, demand forecasting, capacity planning, BOM interpretation, vendor performance management, cost analysis, logistics coordination, NPI transition management, risk mitigation
Preferred skills
MRP/ERP systems, SQL/PowerBI data analysis, manufacturing process knowledge (milling, lathing, sheet metal), APICS/Six Sigma certification, complex problem solving
Technologies
MRP, ERP, Excel, SQL, PowerBI
Responsibilities
Create sourcing strategies for assigned suppliers; manage supplier base factories for NPI to full production transition; place purchase orders and resolve blocked invoices; forecast demand and evaluate capacity; track high-risk components; author and manage contract documents; negotiate to maximize value and cost savings; perform onsite reviews of vendor capabilities; manage outsource fabrication projects.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
