Sourcing & Procurement Manager

The role

You will own day-to-day purchasing and drive category strategy, supplier development, and cost optimization. You will support operations across Los Angeles, CA and manufacturing sites in Adrian and Detroit, MI.

What you will do

• Develop and execute category strategies for precision optics, electromechanical components, and related hardware
• Lead competitive RFQ/RFP processes
• Support make-vs-buy analyses
• Identify opportunities to consolidate the supplier base and reduce total cost of ownership
• Monitor supply market conditions
• Build and own relationships with key suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contractual conditions
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and drive corrective actions
• Onboard new suppliers
• Own the full purchase order lifecycle

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, with a mix of strategic sourcing and hands-on tactical buying
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, or similar) and procurement tools
• Comfortable working with data: spend analysis, supplier scorecards, and cost modeling

Nice to have

• Familiarity with optical systems, precision hardware, electromechanical components, or aerospace/defense supply chains
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent certification

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Equity Opportunities
• Flexible Work Environment
• Unlimited PTO (Salaried positions only)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by the employer
• Cutting-Edge Tools
• Mission-Driven Culture
• Inclusive Team

About the company

Observable Space is a vertically integrated, high-growth, space technology company building precision optics platforms. They deliver systems for navigation, observation, and communication in space.