Commodity Manager - Avionics and EEE Parts

Firefly Aerospace•Briggs, TX

37d

About The Position

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a Commodity Manager to define and drive strategy for the Avionics and Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) Parts commodities. The role is responsible for the strategic direction of both portfolios, ensuring the cost-effective, reliable, and continuous supply of critical components that support safe, repeatable spaceflight. It combines strategic planning with cross-functional leadership, balancing technical, commercial, and programmatic priorities while promoting supply-chain innovation and efficiency. The Commodity Manager analyzes market and technology trends, develops category and supplier strategies, guides supplier selection and negotiations, and works with Planning and Procurement to turn strategy into sourcing and purchasing activity. The position manages supplier performance, relationships, and risk globally; supports supplier integration; and partners across Program, Finance, Engineering, Quality, Production, M&P, and R&D. It also manages assigned staff and mentors direct and indirect reports. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of procurement or supply-chain experience, including supplier or commodity management involving Avionics and/or EEE Parts in aerospace R&D and manufacturing or another regulated environment. Travel, including to remote sites, is expected at 25%–50%. Firefly offers health, dental, and vision plans, parental leave, relocation benefits, educational reimbursement, short-term disability, and flexible PTO options. U.S. export-control eligibility is required or must be obtainable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
At least 10 years of procurement, supply-chain management, or similar experience focused on supplier or commodity management, including experience managing Avionics and/or EEE Parts in aerospace R&D and manufacturing or another regulated environment.
Deep procurement knowledge across Avionics and EEE Parts, including components such as ICs, passives, connectors, relays, PCBAs, wiring harnesses, and electromechanical devices.
Extensive technical knowledge of assigned commodities' manufacturing processes and industry standards, such as AS9100.
Proven ability to manage suppliers and improve cost, quality, delivery, and other performance criteria.
Strong negotiation and contract-management skills.
Strong analytical skills, including market analysis, supplier suitability evaluation, and supply-chain risk modeling.
Experience sourcing for both development and production.
Ability to network and build lasting relationships with partners and suppliers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and independently.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of procurement software and tools.
Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to travel 25%–50% of the time, including to remote sites.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations under applicable space technology export regulations.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
Engineering background or strong technical experience in one or both assigned commodities.
CPM, CSCP, or equivalent certification.
Odoo ERP/MRP knowledge.
ITAR experience.
Experience with AS9100 / ISO9001 supply-base requirements.
Experience with FAR/DFAR requirements.
Experience with commercial programs and contracts.
Aerospace industry experience as an OEM, supplier, contractor, or subcontractor.
Experience in an R&D-focused environment; prototyping and test experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own and drive category strategies for Avionics and EEE Parts, including supplier grow, exit, or maintain strategies and frameworks for long-term strategic agreements.
Lead market analysis and monitor industry trends, technology roadmaps, and best practices across both commodities.
Define supplier selection criteria, negotiation strategy, and sourcing direction; partner with Planning and Procurement to execute commodity strategies.
Develop supplier engagement and supply-base growth strategies aligned with company objectives.
Evaluate and develop supply bases to support space vehicle development and production.
Manage global supplier performance, relationships, and risk; assess financial health, technical capability, quality, and delivery, and develop mitigation strategies.
Facilitate regular business reviews with key suppliers and support supplier integration into Firefly systems and processes.
Organize and participate in supplier workshops, conferences, and events.
Coordinate sourcing and transactional activities, including RFx, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders, with Planning and Procurement.
Provide negotiation strategy and support for long-term price agreements and favorable contract terms; lead selected strategic negotiations when appropriate.
Issue RFx, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders as needed to support the Supply Chain team during peak demand, gaps, or critical needs.
Rationalize and consolidate the supply base in coordination with Planning and Procurement.
Monitor global market conditions, capacity constraints, lead times, and long-term business risks; provide periodic industry updates to stakeholders.
Work with program stakeholders to identify long-lead procurement needs and supplier capability gaps, and ensure continuity of supply.
Drive schedule recovery and corrective action in support of program and production goals.
Partner with Program, Finance, Engineering, Quality, Production, M&P, and R&D to align supply strategies with business objectives and meet specifications and quality requirements.
Drive total cost of ownership savings across both commodity groups.
Ensure compliance with contract terms and quality requirements and support innovation in supplier capabilities.
Manage assigned staff to meet team KPIs and company goals; mentor and guide direct and indirect reports.