Supply Chain Manager
Denver, CO - USA
Job Summary
Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango Colorado with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant Pennsylvania and Tulsa Oklahoma Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years and our momentum continues to accelerate.
At Agile we design build and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision reliability and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense human exploration and commercial space transport.
We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit innovative team.
At Agile Space Industries we are propelling the future of space exploration and national security through advanced in-space propulsion solutions. As we continue to scale we are seeking a remote Supply Chain Manager to build and lead a high-performing supply chain function that supports rapid growth technical complexity and mission-critical delivery.
This role is responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategy across procurement supplier management and inventory planning ensuring the right materials are available at the right time to support engineering manufacturing and test operations.
This role can be onsite or remote and we are currently accepting candidates residing in Colorado Pennsylvania Florida Washington Utah Iowa Texas and Oklahoma.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute supply chain strategy aligned to company growth production needs and program timelines
- Lead procurement activities across complex hardware services and critical components
- Build and manage supplier relationships including sourcing onboarding performance management and risk mitigation
- Drive supplier negotiations cost optimization and contract execution in partnership with Finance and Legal
- Partner closely with Engineering Test and Manufacturing to forecast demand and ensure material readiness
- Establish and improve supply chain processes systems and controls to support scale and operational efficiency
- Work with Project Management Office and manufacturing planning to establish automation of inventory planning material flow and logistics based on project demands for development and production environments
- Identify key supply chain risks including long-lead items single-source suppliers and capacity constraints and build mitigation strategy.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) efforts ensuring supply chain readiness for novel and early stage concept designs
- Develop and track key supply chain metrics including cost delivery quality and supplier performance
- Build and mentor a growing supply chain team over time
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering or related field preferred
- 10 years of experience in supply chain procurement or sourcing within aerospace defense manufacturing or similar technical environments; 3 yrs in team leadership roles
- Experience supporting hardware-based manufacturing programs with complex components and long lead times
- Strong background in supplier management negotiations and sub-contract execution
- Experience working cross-functionally with project engineering manufacturing and finance teams
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced high-growth environment with evolving priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and supply chain tools; preferably Deltek
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing environment (aerospace propulsion systems or highly regulated environments preferred)
- Experience building or scaling supply chain functions in a growing organization
- Background supporting test environments R&D or new product development
- Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contracting requirements
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Employment Type: Exempt
The expected salary range for this role is $116000-$174000 annually. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience skills and internal equity and is typically made within the midrange rather than the upper end.
Work Schedule: Full Time
Location: Remote with travel to Durango CO
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Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.
What Youll Love About Us: Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage dental and vision plans Flexible Time Off parental leave and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%. We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color region gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law. Dont meet every single requirement At Agile we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.
Reasonable Accommodation: At Agile our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at Agile Space Industries. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please submit a request to .
Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Propelling humanity to an interplanetary future. An in-space propulsion solution provider, specializing in additively manufactured hypergolic chemical systems.