Director Supply Chain, Category
Core
Lead four supply chain categories (Mechanical Systems, Flight Control, Electronics, Optical) to ensure uninterrupted satellite production and manage a large annual procurement spend.
Role type
Director, Supply Chain Category
Builds
Serial production of SAR satellites for defense, intelligence, and environmental monitoring customers
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Satellite Manufacturing
Required skills
Mechanical engineering background, Category management, Multi-country team leadership, Strategic supplier negotiation, Export control compliance, Design for manufacturing
Preferred skills
Space/aerospace industry experience, AS9100 quality standards knowledge, Spanish/Polish/German/Greek language skills
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Lead category strategies and supplier base alignment, Secure supply for serial production via dual sourcing and buffer stocks, Manage budget and cost targets, Lead and develop multi-country supply chain teams, Own executive supplier relationships and negotiations, Engage with engineering on design feasibility and changes
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on technical oversight
