Education: Bachelor's degree
Experience: 3+ years
We are seeking a Global Supply Manager to work closely within the Supply Chain Team. The Supply Chain team is a key function in managing the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. This role will play a key part in both team and company success.
This role interfaces with all aspects of the business, including production, program management, engineering, and leadership. This individual will possess the following strong skills: Decision Making, Cost Reduction, Negotiation, Project Management, Contract Management & Spend Management.
*There are currently two openings for Global Supply Manager - one will be responsible for the mechanical commodity and the other will be for harnessing/avionics.
Direct experience is strongly preferred.
- Purchasing ownership of Direct Materials
- Design and develop sourcing strategies for key Spacecraft components and go forward with implementation of developed strategies
- Negotiate pricing & terms within responsible sourcing commodities
- Strategic spend management and budget reporting of direct materials and spend
- Identify new supplier candidates and continue to drive continuous improvement within the supply base
- Implement, Maintain, and Manage direct contracts with the ability to negotiate contractual terms as needed
- Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to anticipate requirements and meet the business requirements
- Support the development and implementation of Purchasing Strategies
- Strong ability to manage material flow, this includes logistics, inventory, and material flow within Apex manufacturing facilities
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Equivalent Business Degree
- 3-6 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations
- Demonstrated track record of cost reduction achievement
- Demonstrated track record of on time delivery of goods and services
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to interface with leadership
- Strong analytical skills and ability to breakdown data, spend, and purchasing data to drive continuous improvement
- Willingness to travel as needed for site visits and customer engagements
Why Join Apex?
Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.
- Shared upside: Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
- Comprehensive PTO package to reset and recharge - starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
- Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
- 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks to keep you fueled throughout the day
- Vibrant community: Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
- Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self
- World-class Playa Vista office with the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life
- Real impact opportunity: Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference
Ready to join a team where your contributions matter and your future is bright? Let's build something extraordinary together.
Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance.
We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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