Supply Chain Manager (mfd)

surge aero GmbH develops high-performance two-stroke engines and UAV platforms for the European market. We are currently establishing our manufacturing operations with the goal of transitioning towards serial production.

As a growing startup we are looking for an experienced proactive and hands-on Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of procurement develop a reliable supplier network and establish scalable supply chain processes to support our future manufacturing operations.

• Identify evaluate and select suppliers for mechanical components precision parts assemblies electronics and other production materials.
• Request and compare quotations negotiate pricing commercial terms and supplier contracts.
• Establish and manage framework agreements and long-term supplier relationships.
• Manage operational purchasing activities including purchase orders delivery schedules and material availability.
• Develop sourcing strategies to optimize costs quality and supply security.

• Build and develop a reliable network of national and international suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost delivery performance manufacturing capacity and reliability.
• Develop make-or-buy strategies and identify opportunities for outsourcing component manufacturing and subassembly operations.
• Identify evaluate and manage suitable external manufacturing and assembly partners.
• Collaborate closely with our Quality Engineer on supplier qualification supplier development and supplier audits.

• Develop procurement and inventory strategies to support the transition towards serial production.
• Perform ABC/XYZ analyses considering component criticality and supply risks.
• Evaluate and implement suitable material supply concepts such as Kanban safety stocks and supplier-managed inventory.
• Ensure material availability while maintaining efficient inventory levels and controlling working capital.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks shortages and potential bottlenecks.
• Coordinate material requirements with Engineering Production and Production Logistics.

• Actively contribute to the selection and implementation of an ERP system such as Epicor proALPHA Infor or comparable solutions.
• Define and establish procurement supplier management inventory and material planning processes.
• Support the development of article and supplier master data bills of materials (BOMs) and ERP-based material requirements planning (MRP).
• Develop document and continuously improve efficient and scalable supply chain processes.
• Support the establishment of auditable procurement and supplier management processes as part of future certification activities.

• Work closely with Engineering Production Quality and Finance.
• Support manufacturing ramp-up and the transition towards serial production.
• Establish and monitor relevant KPIs for procurement costs supplier performance and material availability.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.

• Degree or vocational qualification in Supply Chain Management Procurement Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Business Administration or a related field.
• Several years of experience in industrial procurement supply chain management or supplier management within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience sourcing mechanical components precision parts and technical assemblies.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with supplier contracts and commercial agreements.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes technical drawings and bills of materials.
• Knowledge of material requirements planning inventory management and procurement strategies.
• Practical experience with ERP/MRP systems and a solid understanding of business process development and implementation.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Independent structured and hands-on working style with the ability to take ownership in a dynamic startup environment.
• Good command of German and English.

• Experience in engine manufacturing automotive aerospace UAVs motorsports or precision engineering.
• Experience building or scaling supply chains for industrial serial production.
• Familiarity with make-or-buy decisions outsourcing and external manufacturing partners.
• Previous involvement in ERP implementation or procurement process development.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or EN/AS 9100 and experience with supplier qualification and auditable processes.

• A key role with significant responsibility and the opportunity to shape our supply chain from the ground up.
• Direct involvement in establishing our manufacturing operations and supporting the transition towards serial production.
• The opportunity to contribute to ERP implementation and the development of company-wide processes.
• Close collaboration with Engineering Production Quality and company leadership.
• A dynamic international and technically driven startup environment with short decision-making processes.
• Long-term development opportunities and competitive compensation based on experience.