Director, Strategic Sourcing - Aerospace & Engineering

Maxar Foundation

Base: $143,000 - $238,000 annually in colorado; ge...
Strategic sourcing in aerospace
Complex contract negotiation
Supplier performance management
The role partners closely with Space Engineering to lead sourcing strategy across critical spending categories supporting satellite constellation programs

Job Summary

  • The role partners closely with Space Engineering to lead sourcing strategy across critical spending categories supporting satellite constellation programs.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical capabilities including cost analysis and total cost of ownership evaluation to ensure programs remain within financial guardrails.
  • Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package including a robust 401(k) match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance.

Matching Summary

The role partners closely with Space Engineering to lead sourcing strategy across critical spending categories supporting satellite constellation programs.

Salary

Base: $143,000 - $238,000 annually in Colorado; Geographic ranges vary by location; Incentive eligible based on performance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic Sourcing in Aerospace
  • Complex Contract Negotiation
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • Cost Optimization and TCO Analysis
  • Cross-functional Engineering Partnership

Nice-to-have

  • AI-forward mindset for sourcing
  • High-growth environment experience
  • Collaborative win-win negotiation style
  • Data analytics and automation interest

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years Strategic Sourcing or Procurement experience
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
  • U.S. Person status (Citizen, PR, Asylee, or Refugee)
  • Experience with aerospace hardware or satellite systems

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person (Citizen, Permanent Resident, Asylee, or Refugee)

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