Axiom Space
HeadofSupplyChain
“Head of Supply Chain at Axiom Space. Skills: Supply Chain Strategy, Procurement, Supplier Management, Leadership. Define and execute enterprise supply chain strategy. Lead, develop, and performance-manage a team”
What You'll Achieve.
on-time, on-cost delivery across all aerospace programs
Industry & Context.
Uses sound judgement to problem-solve proactively
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones., Must be able to complete a U. S. government background investigation., Proof of U. S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
12+ years of supply chain experience in aerospace, defense, or adjacent regulated industry, Demonstrated leadership of supply chain teams of 5+ people, Experience owning procurement spend in the range of $50M+, Deep knowledge of AS9100 supplier flow-downs, DFAR, and FAR compliance, Proven supplier negotiation and strategic sourcing expertise, Experience managing ITAR-controlled commodity categories and export licensing, Executive-level communication and cross-functional influence skills, Must be able to complete a U. S. government background investigation., Proof of U. S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position., Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical milestones.
Nice to Have
M. S. or MBA preferred, CPIM, CSCP, or CPM certification (APICS/ISM) strongly preferred
What You'll Do.
Define and execute enterprise supply chain strategy
and performance-manage a team
Own the supplier qualification and approved vendor list strategy
Drive strategic negotiations and long-term agreements
Establish supply chain risk management processes
Represent supply chain in program reviews
Partner with quality to enforce supplier flow-down requirements
Lead affordability and should-cost initiatives
Ensure full compliance with ITAR
and DFAR procurement requirements
Define long-term sourcing
supplier segmentation
and cost-optimization strategies
Collaborate with manufacturing
Support business development with supply chain input
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Leads a multi-functional team of buyers, material planners, and supplier development engineers; Key executive partner on make-buy decisions, affordability initiatives, and program risk reviews; Primary interface with the supply base for strategic relationships; Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, and finance; High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.
Communication Scope
Executive-level communication; Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Process & Methodology
project management discipline, highly organized, takes ownership
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