Supply Chain Leader (m/f/d)

Mission Brief 

The Supply Chain Leader will own the end-to-end supply chain for the new development programme, ensuring the right materials, suppliers, capacity and prototype manufacturing capability are available to meet programme milestones. The role brings Planning, Purchasing and Fast Make Manufacturing together under a single leader, creating a responsive supply chain capable of supporting rapid engineering development and the transition into production.

Your Role in Our Space Mission: 

Supply Chain Leadership

• Develop and implement the supply-chain strategy for the development programme.
• Lead Planning, Purchasing and Fast Make Manufacturing.
• Establish scalable processes, systems and organisation to support development through production.
• Provide clear supply-chain performance, risk and recovery reporting to the Director of Value Stream.

Planning & Material Control

• Own material and capacity planning aligned to programme milestones.
• Ensure critical and long-lead components are identified and secured early.
• Drive build readiness and resolution of material shortages and constraints.
• Ensure engineering changes are rapidly reflected in supply plans.

Purchasing & Suppliers

• Develop sourcing strategies and build a capable, responsive supplier base.
• Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations and performance management.
• Manage supplier Quality, Cost and Delivery performance.
• Identify and mitigate single-source, capacity and long-lead risks.

Fast Make Manufacturing

• Lead the Fast Make / prototyping capability supporting rapid engineering iteration.
• Establish appropriate make/buy strategies and internal/external prototype capacity.
• Reduce prototype manufacturing lead times while maintaining appropriate quality controls.
• Develop the capability and processes required to transition successful prototypes into production.

Engineering & Programme Integration

• Embed Supply Chain into the engineering development process from the earliest stages.
• Provide input on manufacturability, sourcing, cost, capacity and lead time.
• Own supply-chain deliverables within the programme plan.
• Ensure material and manufacturing readiness for key development milestones.

Risk, Cost & Performance

• Establish a critical component and supplier risk management process.
• Manage development procurement spend and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Establish KPIs covering material availability, supplier performance, prototype lead time, shortages and programme readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement across the development supply chain.

Key Deliverables

• Integrated Planning, Purchasing and Fast Make organisation.
• Development supply-chain strategy and operating model.
• Critical supplier and component strategy.
• Build-readiness and material planning process.
• Fast Make / prototyping operating model.
• Supply-chain risk register and mitigation plans.
• Supplier performance management process.
• Supply-chain KPI dashboard.
• Effective transition from development into production.

Qualification Checklist 

• Significant leadership experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing or Procurement.
• Experience supporting complex engineering or new product development programmes.
• Strong understanding of Planning, Procurement and Manufacturing.
• Experience with prototype, low-volume or fast-turn manufacturing.
• Proven supplier management and commercial capability.
• Experience building and developing high-performing supply-chain teams.
• Ability to operate effectively across Engineering, Operations and Programme Management.

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
• Rental clothing with laundry service: Enjoy hassle-free workwear with our convenient rental clothing and laundry service  
• 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

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Disclaimer

Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.