Sr. Sourcing and Procurement Manager

Cowboy Space Corp.•San Carlos, CA

4d•$130,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Sourcing & Procurement Manager (Individual Contributor) to support mission-critical hardware programs at Cowboy Space Corp. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of purchase orders and supplier engagement for complex engineered products—ensuring our teams have the materials, components, and services required to meet aggressive development timelines. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and enjoys combining analytical rigor with hands-on execution across supply chain operations. This role is an individual contributor, however there is opportunity for growth into a supervisory role and later a people manager role.

Requirements

Must be a 'U.S. Person' as defined by ITAR and EAR regulations (U.S. Citizen, Green Card Holder, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations within a technical or engineering environment
Proficiency with data tools (e.g., SQL, Python, or BI tools) to analyze and visualize supply chain metrics
Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, or similar enterprise systems
Strong negotiation skills with experience managing vendors, contracts, or statements of work
Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with strong ownership and attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with Engineering teams to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions with suppliers

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting complex hardware or engineering programs
Background in high-growth or deeply technical organizations
Experience managing high-value spend portfolios or vendor-owned inventory agreements
Familiarity with automation tools or process optimization within procurement workflows
Prior experience in aerospace, space, or other frontier technology industries

Responsibilities

Execute purchase orders, including supplier negotiations, risk mitigation, and vendor management for critical programs
Develop and maintain data-driven sourcing tools and dashboards to track supplier performance, spend, and delivery accuracy
Drive cost efficiency initiatives through supplier collaboration and identification of manufacturing or process improvements
Manage procurement workflows, including pre-award reviews and ensuring high-quality, compliant purchasing packages
Identify and implement opportunities to automate procurement processes and reduce manual workflows
Partner cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations to support hardware development and production