Global Supply Manager, Indirect
Core
Own end-to-end sourcing and supply strategy for specific commodities, defining sourcing approaches, leading negotiations, and managing supplier relationships to ensure cost, quality, and delivery for the Terran R rocket program.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (indirect materials)
Builds
Supply base design, multi-year category plans, and strategic supplier roadmaps for the Terran R vehicle program
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Rocketry
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, should-cost modeling, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, stakeholder influence, category management, ERP proficiency
Preferred skills
CPSM/CPSD/CIPS certification, aerospace/defense experience, government contracting knowledge, MBA
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba
Responsibilities
Define global category strategy and supply base design; lead high-value RFPs and negotiations; manage supplier performance and QBRs; mitigate supply risks; mentor sourcing specialists; drive category KPIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities