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Senior Sourcing and Procurement Manager

AetherfluxSan Carlos, CaliforniaNew
On-site Full-time $130K/yr - $200K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Basic QualificationsProven experience in sourcing and procurement, ideally within a technical or engineering environment. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively. Proficient in data analysis with experience in developing sourcing tools and dashboards. Ability to drive cost efficiency and process improvements. Excellent communication skills and the capacity to work collaboratively across teams.

About the job

Senior Sourcing and Procurement Manager

Aetherflux is at the forefront of revolutionizing the orbital economy, utilizing our innovative satellites to harness solar energy and provide unprecedented capabilities including energy transmission via infrared lasers and high-bandwidth optical data delivery. Our mission is to transform energy and data distribution in space, unlocking transformative operational methodologies both in orbit and on Earth.

Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood, Aetherflux is powered by a dynamic team from elite aerospace and defense sectors and supported by top-tier investors. We are aggressively tackling complex technical challenges to establish a new paradigm in space infrastructure.

The Role
We are looking for a proactive Senior Sourcing & Procurement Manager (Individual Contributor) to spearhead vital hardware programs at Aetherflux. You will oversee the complete lifecycle of purchase orders and supplier relationships for sophisticated engineered products, ensuring that our teams have the necessary materials, components, and services to meet our swift development timelines.

This role is perfect for an individual who excels in fast-paced, high-growth settings and enjoys merging analytical precision with hands-on execution across supply chain operations. While this is primarily an individual contributor role, there are prospects for advancement into supervisory and managerial positions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage purchase orders, including negotiating with suppliers, mitigating risks, and overseeing vendor management for critical projects.
  • Create and maintain data-driven sourcing tools and dashboards to monitor supplier performance, expenditure, and delivery accuracy.
  • Lead cost-saving initiatives through collaboration with suppliers and identifying manufacturing or process enhancements.
  • Oversee procurement workflows, ensuring quality and compliant purchasing packages through pre-award reviews.
  • Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline procurement processes and minimize manual tasks.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations teams to facilitate hardware development and production.

About Aetherflux

Aetherflux is pioneering the infrastructure necessary for the orbital economy, leveraging advanced satellite technology to collect solar energy and provide innovative capabilities. Founded by industry leaders and supported by a talented team, we are committed to addressing complex challenges in space infrastructure and energy distribution.

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