Senior Global Supply Manager

Responsibilities

• Purchasing ownership of Direct Materials
• Design and develop sourcing strategies for key Spacecraft components and go forward with implementation of developed strategies

Negotiate pricing & terms within responsible sourcing commodities

• Strategic spend management and budget reporting of direct materials and spend
• Identify new supplier candidates and continue to drive continuous improvement within the supply base
• Implement, Maintain, and Manage direct contracts with the ability to negotiate contractual terms as needed
• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to anticipate requirements and meet the business requirements
• Support the development and implementation of Purchasing Strategies
• Strong ability to manage material flow, this includes logistics, inventory, and material flow within Apex manufacturing facilities

Requirements

• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, or Equivalent Business Degree
• 6+ years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Operations
• Demonstrated track record of cost reduction achievement
• Demonstrated track record of on time delivery of goods and services

Strong Attention to Detail

• Strong presentation skills and the ability to interface with leadership
• Strong analytical skills and ability to breakdown data, spend, and purchasing data to drive continuous improvement

Preferred

• Experience sourcing direct materials for hardware, ideally in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing
• Experience working in ERP or MRP systems
• Comfort operating in a fast-moving, high-growth environment

About the Role

We are seeking a

Sr. Global Supply Manager to work closely within the Supply Chain Team. The Supply Chain team is a key function in managing the production flow of goods and services to ensure manufacturing readiness. This role will play a key part in both team and company success. This role interfaces with all aspects of the business, including production, program management, engineering, and leadership. This individual will possess the following strong skills: Decision Making, Cost Reduction, Negotiation, Project Management, Contract Management & Spend Management.

This is a strong fit for someone who is hands-on, comfortable owning decisions, and able to move quickly without losing sight of cost and quality.

Requirements

Willingness to travel as needed for site visits and customer engagements

Preferred

• Experience sourcing avionics and electronics commodities, such as PCBA, communications hardware (radios and antennas), and GNC components
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Why Join Apex?

Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day. Our employees love working at Apex, and we want you to love it too. We're a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding, and we invest heavily in our people from day one.

Shared upside

Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create

Best-in-class healthcare

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost

Comprehensive PTO package

Starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays

Competitive 401(k) plan

Generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%

8 weeks paid parental leave

Plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks

To keep you fueled throughout the day

Vibrant community

Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family

Your dream desk setup

All the tools you need to be your most productive self

World-class Playa Vista office

With the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life

Real impact opportunity

Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference

Additional Information

Compensation ranges are set by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. A candidate's specific level and base pay are determined case by case and may vary with job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity. Beyond base salary, full-time hires are also eligible for long-term incentives in the form of stock options, along with medical, dental, and vision coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

ITAR Requirements

Apex's work is governed by U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To be eligible for this role, applicants must either (1) qualify as a U.S. Person, meaning a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a refugee admitted under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an individual granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or (2) be able to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Department of Commerce, or another applicable U.S. government agency. You can learn more about ITAR here

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.