Supply Chain Manager

The role

You will lead supplier negotiations and manage procurement of direct and indirect materials. You will also oversee inventory, material planning and shipments for Loft's operations and supply chain in France.

Required qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or a related operational function, with exposure to multiple areas such as purchasing, inventory management, and logistics
• Demonstrated experience negotiating with suppliers, including pricing, commercial terms, contracts, or long-term purchasing agreements
• Hands-on experience coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, including international logistics and import/export processes
• Experience working in a production, manufacturing, engineering, or testing environment
• Experience managing supply chain transactions within an ERP system
• Fluent in both French and English, with the ability to collaborate effectively with international teams and suppliers
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of operational challenges
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, particularly when working with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with operational data
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience using NetSuite, particularly its purchasing and inventory management modules
• Experience in the aerospace, space, defense, or other highly regulated technical industries
• Familiarity with electronics manufacturing, hardware production, or testing environments
• Knowledge of international trade compliance, customs procedures, and export-controlled materials
• Experience supporting supply chain activities across multiple countries or locations
• ASCM/APICS certification or equivalent supply chain training
• Experience implementing process improvements or developing supply chain procedures in a growing organization

Benefits

• Equity
• Up to 35 days of Paid Time Off (vacations & RTT) and flexible working hours
• Health and life insurance
• Lunch vouchers
• Cross-office travel opportunities between San Francisco, Colorado, and Toulouse
• Company and team off-sites and events
• Relocation assistance to Toulouse when applicable

Before you apply

• Attach a copy of your resume in English, as it will be reviewed by people across Loft's offices

About the company

Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with an end-to-end way to deploy missions in orbit, including integration, launch and operations. The company was founded in 2017 and has flown more than 30 missions, with offices in San Francisco, Golden and Toulouse.