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Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.\nOur success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.\nWe are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.\nAbout the Role\nThis role will immerse you in fast-paced design and production cycles of complex aerospace hardware across multiple engineering disciplines and work centers. You will be responsible for managing all Purchasing, Planning, Warehousing, and Logistics supporting our Wisconsin facilities. You'll analyze production data, identify capacity constraints, and develop mitigation strategies to keep critical programs on track. The ideal candidate brings strong data analytics skills, extensive MRP system experience, a history working within engineering-driven organizations, and expertise in purchasing and warehousing. You'll develop, triage, maintain, and present supply chain strategies that support our bold mission in space technology. We're looking for individuals with a bias for action and extreme ownership who thrive in a dynamic environment where your decisions directly impact our ability to reach the stars and deliver critical national defense capabilities.About You\nOur mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower - to join us in this critical mission.\nWe’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals - while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field; OR equivalent work experience in material planning or supply chain leadership\nMinimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in material planning, supply chain management, or related operational roles\nAt least 3 years of experience in management or leadership roles with demonstrated success managing teams and complex projects\nProven track record of successfully managing large teams across multiple functions or locations\nDeep expertise in material requirements planning (MRP) systems and inventory optimization techniques\nDemonstrated success implementing material planning initiatives that balance inventory investment with service levels and operational efficiency\nStrong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex supply chain data and drive data-driven decision making\nExperience developing and managing strategic supplier relationships and conducting sourcing negotiations\nProven ability to lead cross-functional teams through material shortages and supply chain disruptions\nExperience developing and tracking KPIs aligned with financial and operational objectives\nExcellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence senior leadership\nDemonstrated experience mentoring professionals and building high-performing teams\nPreferred Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field\nMaster's degree (MBA or MS) in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related discipline\n10+ years of progressive experience in material planning or supply chain management with increasing leadership responsibility\n7+ years of people management experience leading material planning or supply chain organizations\nExperience managing planning teams across multiple sites, business units, or geographic regions\nAPICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) and/or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification\nSix Sigma Black Belt certification with demonstrated success leading enterprise-level improvement initiatives\nExpert-level proficiency with advanced ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms) including planning module configuration and optimization\nHands-on experience with advanced planning systems (APS) or integrated business planning platforms (Kinaxis RapidResponse, Blue Yonder, o9 Solutions, or similar)\nDemonstrated success implementing inventory optimization initiatives that achieved significant working capital reductions (25%+ improvement) while improving service levels\nExperience leading ERP implementations, system upgrades, or supply chain planning tool deployments\nDeep knowledge of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes with experience facilitating executive planning reviews\nExperience in complex manufacturing environments such as multi-site operations, global supply chains, or highly customized/engineered products\nExpertise in lean supply chain principles, demand-driven material planning, Theory of Constraints (TOC), or advanced inventory management methodologies\nTrack record of successfully managing material planning through periods of rapid organizational growth, major supply chain disruption, or operational transformation\nAdvanced financial acumen with experience presenting to executive leadership and board members on supply chain performance and investment requirements\nExperience in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, medical device, aerospace, automotive) with knowledge of industry-specific quality systems and compliance requirements\nInternational supply chain leadership experience with knowledge of global sourcing strategies, trade compliance, and multi-region planning coordination\nStrategic sourcing expertise with experience leading category management initiatives and supplier development programs\nAdvanced data analytics capabilities with experience using business intelligence platforms, predictive analytics, or supply chain control tower technologies\nDemonstrated success building organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and change management\nExperience leading large-scale organizational change initiatives and business process reengineering efforts\nStrong executive presence with proven ability to build credibility and influence at the senior leadership level\nCompensation:\nPay Range:\n$127,869.00 - $175,839.00Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.\nElevate Your Career\nAt Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.\nWe also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.\nSierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.\nApplication Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.\nPlease note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. 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