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
- 2–5 years of leadership or management experience leading strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or related supply chain professionals
- Advanced knowledge of strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement, with deep expertise in commodity strategies, supplier negotiations, and commercial sourcing practices
- Comprehensive understanding of supplier economics, cost drivers, market analysis, total cost of ownership, capacity planning, and commercial sourcing requirements
- Applied expertise in competitive sourcing, supplier evaluations, complex negotiations, long-term agreements, and source-selection methodologies
- Extensive experience developing sourcing strategies, evaluating supplier capabilities, and addressing complex supply chain risks across multiple commodities and business functions
- Proficiency in make/buy analysis, dual-source strategies, supplier capacity management, international sourcing, and supply continuity practices
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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 Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing to our team. In this role you will lead the strategic sourcing function responsible for category and commodity strategies, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and long-term supply agreements across development and production programs. This role...
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