Astro Mechanica
aerospace
StrategicSourcingSpecialist
“Strategic Sourcing Specialist at Astro Mechanica. Skills: strategic sourcing, supplier network, negotiations, process management. Build and manage qualified supplier network. Lead sourcing efforts for long-lead components”
Industry & Context.
creative problem solving; think critically and systematically; make decisions with imperfect information
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, supplier management, or manufacturing operations for complex hardware, Experience sourcing technical components or services in aerospace, defense, space, aviation, energy, automotive, robotics, industrial equipment, or another engineered hardware environment, commercial skills, including experience with RFQs, supplier negotiations, purchase orders, MSAs, LTAs, cost analysis, and delivery commitments, Ability to work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to understand build plan, gather technical requirements and identify the right suppliers, Excellent communicator who can manage external supplier relationships while keeping internal teams aligned on cost, schedule, quality, and risk, Highly organized and execution-oriented; able to manage many suppliers, parts, quotes, and deadlines without losing track of critical details, Comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup environment where we are building processes from the ground up and priorities can change quickly
Nice to Have
Exposure to aerospace quality requirements, AS9100 suppliers, ITAR/export controls, defense contracting, or regulated hardware environments is a plus
What You'll Do.
Build and manage qualified supplier network
Lead sourcing efforts for long-lead components
Partner with engineering and manufacturing
Develop relationships with critical suppliers
Create scalable sourcing and vendor management processes
Identify supply chain risks early
Collaborate with legal
Help define broader sourcing strategy
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working directly with engineering, manufacturing, quality, facilities, finance, and leadership; Partner with engineering and manufacturing; keeping internal teams aligned on cost, schedule, quality, and risk; Collaborate with legal, finance, and leadership
Communication Scope
Excellent communicator
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