Supply Chain Manager

Greater Denver Areafull timeOn Site

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$105k–$135k

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Katalyst Supply Chain Manager at Katalyst responsible for supporting end-to-end supply chain operations and managing supplier relationships. This role involves material planning, inventory management, and partnering with cross-functional teams to mitigate supply chain risks.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of Katalyst's end-to-end supply chain operations, helping ensure the timely procurement and delivery of hardware, components, and services required for spacecraft development and production.
Build and manage relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and strategic partners, negotiating pricing, lead times, quality requirements, and long-term agreements.
Manage material planning, inventory management, and demand forecasting activities to support rapid development cycles while balancing cost, schedule, and risk.
Partner closely with engineering, production, quality, and program management teams to identify supply chain risks, drive mitigation plans, and ensure program success.
Establish scalable procurement, sourcing, and supplier management processes that enable Katalyst to transition from development programs into sustained production.

Qualification

5+ years of experience in supply chainStrong negotiationYour Ideal BackgroundExperience supporting spacecraftKnowledge of AS9100Additional Requirements

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, manufacturing operations, or supplier management within aerospace, defense, space, or other high-reliability industries.
Demonstrated experience managing complex hardware supply chains with long-lead components, custom manufacturing, and technical suppliers.
Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and contract management skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
Your Ideal Background

Preferred

Experience supporting spacecraft, launch vehicle, defense, aviation, robotics, or other advanced hardware programs.
Knowledge of AS9100, aerospace quality systems, export compliance, and government contracting environments.
Experience implementing or managing ERP/MRP systems and developing inventory control processes.
Track record of scaling supply chain operations from prototype development through production.
Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Benefits

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Company

Katalyst

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