Vice President of Supply Chain

Apex Technology, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

11d•$250,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex is seeking a Vice President of Supply Chain to lead the strategy, execution, and scaling of our end-to-end supply chain organization. This role will oversee purchasing, strategic sourcing, supplier quality, materials planning, inventory management, logistics, and supply chain operations to support the rapid production of next-generation spacecraft. As a key member of the leadership team, you will develop the systems, processes, and supplier partnerships necessary to scale manufacturing while balancing cost, quality, delivery, and reliability. You will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure our supply chain is capable of supporting aggressive production goals and future growth.

Requirements

U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field. MBA or advanced technical degree is a plus.
10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments.
4+ years leading large-scale supply chain organizations at the Director or Vice President level.
Experience leading purchasing, strategic sourcing, supplier quality, materials planning, inventory management, and logistics functions.
Proven experience scaling supply chain organizations in high-growth manufacturing environments.
Experience managing organizations of 40+ employees preferred.
Strong background negotiating with global suppliers and managing complex hardware supply chains.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems, supply chain planning, forecasting, and analytics.
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, satellite, defense, automotive, aviation, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.
Experience supporting vertically integrated manufacturing organizations.
Experience scaling production from prototype through high-volume manufacturing.
Familiarity with export control regulations and government contracting requirements.
Passion for building world-class manufacturing organizations that enable the next generation of space systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and scale Apex's supply chain organization across purchasing, strategic sourcing, supplier quality, materials planning, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics.
Develop the long-term supply chain strategy to support manufacturing scale, new product introduction (NPI), and production readiness.
Build and develop high-performing teams, organizational structures, and operational processes that enable rapid growth.
Establish KPIs, reporting, and planning systems to improve supplier performance, inventory health, and operational efficiency.
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, executive negotiations, and long-term supplier partnerships.
Drive supplier quality, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure reliable delivery of mission-critical hardware.
Oversee materials planning, demand forecasting, inventory strategy, and production support to ensure material availability and manufacturing continuity.
Develop scalable logistics and warehousing strategies that improve material flow and support production and customer delivery schedules.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, capacity constraints, and sourcing challenges.
Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, and Finance to support production ramp, manufacturing scalability, and operational excellence.
Drive continuous improvement across the supply chain through data-driven decision making, process optimization, and operational rigor.

Benefits

Receive equity in Apex, letting you benefit from the work you create
100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
$100k life insurance at no cost
15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
10 paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching - 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
8 weeks paid parental leave
Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
Daily catered lunch
Unlimited snacks
Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings for you and your family
Your dream desk setup and all the tools you need to be your most productive self