Senior Supply Chain Specialist (CS- 68)
Capella Space, United States
Job Description
About Us
Capella is at the forefront of making vital information about our world accessible in a timely manner. We’re leveraging proven technologies and building new capabilities to create a constellation of SAR satellites that can collect information about any spot on the planet within an hour.
At Capella you’ll work in a collaborative team environment, alongside smart people with a history of space mission success. No prior space experience is neededwe’re looking for people excited about tackling seemingly impossible challenges, learning new skills and concepts, and helping each other achieve success.
Our mission and our products are meant to understand the whole world and help everyone in it, regardless of race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.
We value diversity at Capella and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position, but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!
About the Role
Capella is looking for an experienced Senior Supply Chain Specialist to join our team. In this hybrid role you will define and develop material strategies, manage procurement activities, and analyze budget variances in a highly dynamic environment. You will work with cross functional teams to improve efficiency and productivity, assess supplier capacity and capabilities, develop and maintain supplier relationships. We are looking for someone to join the team who is organized, passionate, diligent, and self-motivated.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Define and develop material strategies which optimize production schedules
- Build and foster strong supplier relationships
- Assess supplier capabilities and capacity to ensure cost, quality, and schedule goals are sustained through growth
- Align supplier / vendor onboarding process with supporting business functions
- Manage Approved Supplier List (ASL) and draft supplier performance scorecards
- Create and approve Purchase Orders to support direct and indirect requirements
- Oversee open Purchase Orders and work with internal and external stakeholders to address challenges that arise
- Collaborate with team members to implement processes and procedures to enhance material visibility
- Track, receive, and prioritize inbound shipments
- Monitor performance metrics's, address concerns, and translate results
- Analyze budget variances and partake in the monthly budget reconciliation process
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Supply Chain Planner and/or Buyer
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
- Experience working with various Bills of Material (BOM)
- Take initiative, are results-oriented, and act with a sense of urgency
- Be analytical, attentive to detail and have a growth mindset
- Effective communication with interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze, reconcile numbers and manage expenses
- Anticipation and situational awareness to solve challenges before they become problems
What would set you apart
- Experience working in the Aerospace / Defense Industry
- Proficient in the use of NetSuite ERP
- Familiarity with Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Practiced in procurement under FAR / DFAR regulations
Required Qualifications:
- This position requires special access to conduct the work and requires the selected candidate to be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
Benefits
In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending
- Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- FSA and HSA
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible PTO
- Gourmet-style, Daily Lunch
- Capella Community Events
- Equity
- Commuter and Parking benefits
- Dog-friendly Work Environment (SF)
- Cell and Internet Monthly Stipend