Sr Manager, Supply Chain

Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond. Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space. We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team. About The Role This role will immerse you in fast-paced design and production cycles of complex aerospace hardware across multiple engineering disciplines and work centers. You will be responsible for managing all Purchasing, Planning, Warehousing, and Logistics supporting our Wisconsin facilities. You'll analyze production data, identify capacity constraints, and develop mitigation strategies to keep critical programs on track. The ideal candidate brings strong data analytics skills, extensive MRP system experience, a history working within engineering-driven organizations, and expertise in purchasing and warehousing. You'll develop, triage, maintain, and present supply chain strategies that support our bold mission in space technology. We're looking for individuals with a bias for action and extreme ownership who thrive in a dynamic environment where your decisions directly impact our ability to reach the stars and deliver critical national defense capabilities. About You Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission. We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field; OR equivalent work experience in material planning or supply chain leadership Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in material planning, supply chain management, or related operational roles At least 3 years of experience in management or leadership roles with demonstrated success managing teams and complex projects Proven track record of successfully managing large teams across multiple functions or locations Deep expertise in material requirements planning (MRP) systems and inventory optimization techniques Demonstrated success implementing material planning initiatives that balance inventory investment with service levels and operational efficiency Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex supply chain data and drive data-driven decision making Experience developing and managing strategic supplier relationships and conducting sourcing negotiations Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through material shortages and supply chain disruptions Experience developing and tracking KPIs aligned with financial and operational objectives Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence senior leadership Demonstrated experience mentoring professionals and building high-performing teams Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field Master's degree (MBA or MS) in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related discipline 10+ years of progressive experience in material planning or supply chain management with increasing leadership responsibility 7…

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