Whisper Aero is empowering a more compelling and connected future by creating cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Backed by Menlo and Lux.
About the role
Whisper Aero is seeking a driven, experienced Supply Chain & Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end procurement, supplier industrialization, and material planning for our electric propulsor product line. In this role, you will balance hands-on tactical purchasing with strategic supply architecture, serving as the commercial and operational link between engineering design and external manufacturing partners. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, operations management, or a related technical field
- Proven track record of negotiating commercial supplier agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), tooling contracts, and Long-Term Agreements (LTAs)
- Direct hands-on proficiency with modern ERP/MRP enterprise software (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle) and managing complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOM)
- Solid operational knowledge of INCOTERMS 2020, domestic freight management, and aerospace logistics execution
- Demonstrated ability to balance hands-on tactical purchasing duties with strategic sourcing and capacity planning in an agile, fast-paced hardware development environment
- U.S. Person status (U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident) is strictly required due to access to export-controlled defense technical data governed by ITAR and EAR
More about this role
Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. Their innovations also enable a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Whisper was founded by industry veterans, Mark Moore and Ian Villa, and continues to innovate a future that’s as considerate as it is compelling with its world-class team in Tennessee.
Whisper Aero is seeking a driven, experienced Supply Chain & Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end procurement, supplier industrialization, and material planning for our electric propulsor product line. In this role, you will balance hands-on tactical purchasing with strategic supply architecture, serving as the commercial and operational link between engineering design and external manufacturing partners.
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