Senior Manager Supply Chain

Senior Manager Supply Chain

Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity headquartered in Zurich Switzerland is the first space company to combine a startup mindset agility speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1800 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland Sweden Austria USA Finland and Portugal) develop and manufacture products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space 2024 the company generated a revenue of around CHF 359 million. More information at:

Your Mission

Responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain function to ensure efficient cost-effective and reliable flow of materials information and products across the organization. This role oversees strategic planning demand forecasting procurement production planning inventory management logistics and distribution to support business objectives and customer satisfaction.

The position plays a critical role in aligning supply chain strategies with corporate goals driving operational excellence implementing best practices and ensuring resilience and agility within the supply chain. The Senior Manager of Planning and Supply Chain will collaborate closely with cross-functional teamsincluding Sales Operations Finance Product Development and Global Supply Chainto deliver an integrated data-driven and customer-focused supply chain strategy that supports sustainable growth and profitability

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

Develop and execute the overall supply chain and planning strategy aligned with business goals

Lead the transformation of supply chain operations to drive efficiency agility and resilience

Establish long-term capacity and resource plans to support growth and market demand

Demand & Supply Planning

Oversee demand forecasting sales & operations planning (S&OP) and inventory optimization.

Ensure accurate demand projections and supply alignment to minimize stockouts or excess inventory.

Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and planning processes.

Procurement & Supplier Management

Work alongside Global Supply Chain function to develop strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality cost-effectiveness and reliability of supply.

Work alongside Global Supply Chain function to negotiate contracts and terms to optimize cost quality and service.

Work alongside Global Supply Chain function to monitor supplier performance and manage risks across the supply base.

Production & Inventory Management

Oversee production planning to ensure on-time in-full (OTIF) delivery to customers.

Optimize inventory levels and working capital across the supply network.

Implement best practices in materials management MRP and warehouse efficiency.

Logistics & Distribution

Manage inbound and outbound logistics to ensure cost-effective and timely distribution.

Oversee transportation warehousing and third-party logistics (3PL) operations.

Ensure compliance with all logistics trade and regulatory requirements.

Performance Systems & Continuous Improvement

Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for all supply chain functions.

Lead digitalization and automation initiatives to enhance data visibility and decision-making.

Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives to increase operational excellence.

Leadership & Collaboration

Lead coach and develop a high-performing planning and supply chain team.

Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with Sales Operations Finance and R&D.

Promote a culture of accountability innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Ensure materials are on time.

Achieve savings strategy goals productivity and efficiency.

Optimize cash flow inventory levels and turnover.

Support the reduction of supplier non-conformance (supplier NCR).

Your Story

Proven track record leading end-to-end Planning and Supply Chain Operations from demand planning to logistics

Solid technical production planning and operations background in a project-based industry

Very familiar with OPEX (5S Value Stream Mapping etc.)

Experience with working with ERP/MRP systems

Leadership experience and an interest in leadership development

Excellent cooperation and negotiation skills

Strong commercial understanding/skills

Nice to haves:

Leading operations in a regulated environment

Understanding of space requirements and processes

Growth mindset curious about new ways of working always learning and improving

Solution-driven willing to make a difference strong entrepreneurial thinking and customer-oriented

Excellent organizational and coordination skills

Genuinely interested in developing people good at motivating and creating commitment and engagement

A great interest in leadership to challenge the status quo and continuously strive towards developing and improving personal leadership skills

Strong in change management driven and open-minded solution-oriented personality

Target- result- and performance-oriented likes to work towards deadlines reaches target results

High stress resistance and perseverance able to keep structured and prioritized in a complex environment

Interested in understanding the mechanisms behind costs from a holistic perspective identifies improvements which make a difference

Why Beyond Gravity

Work in a growing high-tech company with career opportunities both locally and internationally.

You will become part of a committed team with the ambition to innovate space!

In Linköping we have a down-to-earth family-oriented culture experienced and skilled staff and a diverse management team.

Are you ready for lift-off

Our core values - Passionate Together and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Were actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.

Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex gender national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected categories.

Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.