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Manager, Supplier Operations & Governance

CesiumAstro · Austin, TX · On-site

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About CesiumAstro

CesiumAstro delivers scalable satellites, terminals, and software-defined systems for the missions that matter—built for performance, ready to deploy. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.

About the role

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 1–3 years of leadership or management experience leading supplier operations, procurement, supplier quality, supply chain, or related professionals
  • Advanced knowledge of supplier management, supplier qualification, supply chain operations, compliance, and supplier governance principles
  • In-depth understanding of Approved Supplier List (ASL) management, supplier onboarding, due diligence, qualification standards, and supplier lifecycle processes
  • Comprehensive knowledge of supplier performance management, scorecards, risk assessments, corrective actions, and supply continuity requirements
  • Experience managing supplier governance activities, coordinating cross-functional approval processes, and overseeing supplier qualification, compliance, and performance improvement initiatives
  • Proficiency in evaluating supplier capabilities, manufacturing capacity, regulatory requirements, operational risks, and performance data to support governance decisions and process improvements
More about this role

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro , we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a Manager, Supplier Operations & Governance to our team. In this role you will lead the company's supplier governance function, overseeing supplier qualification, Approved Supplier List (ASL) management, due diligence, compliance, risk management, and supplier performance across the supply base....

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