Supply Chain Management Specialist (m/f/d)

Mission Brief

As a Supply Chain Management Specialist in our direct procurement team, you will handle the company’s supply of products for our launch vehicle and our launch pad. Your responsibilities will include negotiating supplier agreements; company purchases and deliverables. You will issue purchase orders, monitor timely delivery and optimize the stock. You will be part of a passionate team and work with highly motivated colleagues across other teams/departments. 

Your Role in Our Space Mission: 

• Collaboration and discussion with other internal departments to ensure clarity of the technical specifications and expectations of the company 
• Negotiation with external suppliers to secure advantageous terms with a win-win approach, both at a technical and commercial level 
• Creation and follow up of purchase orders according to internal production needs 
• Monitoring of delivery schedule and due date PO to ensure on time arrival of goods 
• Assessment and management of supplier performance, assessment of delivery risks and initiation of continuous improvement programs 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure optimal pricing, conditions and service levels 

Qualification Checklist

• Degree in Engineering or Business (with strong focus on technology)
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain management in a manufacturing environment, ideally within the aerospace or automotive industries
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, project-driven environment
• Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines 
• Problem-solving capacity, with demonstrated ability for considerable analysis and sound judgment to find solutions in a complex environment with shifting and competing priorities  
• Motivated, proactive, and adaptable to evolving project needs and assigned tasks
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English and German

Bonus Skills

• Prior experience with SAP S4 HANA or similar ERP systems is an advantage 

Benefits

• Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
• 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
• Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
• Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
• Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
• Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
• Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
• Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
• And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team        

Who we are

We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.

Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.

We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.

We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!

Want to find out more about us?

Visit www.isaraerospace.com