Strategic Sourcing Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Specialist to lead procurement strategies for critical space hardware categories, including EEE components, PCBs, precision mechanics, harnesses, and satellite subsystems. The role will drive sourcing events, supplier qualification, and cost optimisation across the product lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Own sourcing strategies for assigned categories and run structured sourcing events (market analysis, RFI/RFQ, bid tabulation, cost modelling).
• Build and maintain the Approved Supplier List, qualifying suppliers from screening to series release.
• Identify and reduce single‑source exposure by defining second‑source and dual‑qualification roadmaps.
• Lead commercial negotiations on price, NRE, tooling, payment terms, Incoterms, warranties and liability clauses.
• Negotiate and administer Long‑Term Agreements, volume‑tiered pricing and price‑down curves.
• Track and report savings, cost avoidance and price variance against budget.
• Collaborate with Production Planning, Warehouse and ERP coordinators to align sourcing decisions with master data and lead times.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, preferably in aerospace or high‑tech manufacturing.
• Strong computer literacy with MS Office and SAP (ERP) experience.
• Ability to read construction drawings, technical documentation and product requirements.

Required skills

• MS Office suite.
• SAP ERP system.
• General ERP system proficiency.

What we offer

• Fast‑paced, delivery‑focused culture with quarterly objectives.
• Opportunity to work on unique space technology and next‑generation innovations.
• Continuous learning through a career progression framework and educational programs.
• Inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity.