Who we are
Welcome to one of Europe’s most exciting New Space companies, creating the world's first fully connected mesh network in the sky. We are an international team of experts and engineers who have spent their careers expanding the boundaries and potential of space, now united in pursuit of a single vision. We value trust, open communication and collaboration to achieve the best results together.
Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.
Your mission
As Procurement Manager (all genders) you are responsible to follow-up and supervise Rivada's Subcontractors to ensure that the procurement of the different Segments' elements will result in a timely delivery of the program. In doing so, you ensure a proper contract is in place, and supervise the subcontractors’ activities with major focus on progress, schedule and risks, to avoid cost overrun and ensure adequate and compatible processes and interfaces.
This includes:- Ensure compliance of all procurement activities assigned to you with the Rivada company rules, regulations, policies, and strategies
- Lead RFI/RFP campaigns, including proposal evaluation, supplier iterations and supplier selection, in-line with the Procurement processes and documents
- Liaise with the Rivada's Legal teams to establish contractual agreements
- Oversee and coordinate all stages of procurements, establishing and follow-up guidelines which apply the relevant best practices throughout all phases of the procurement process until delivery
- Supervise the performance of the industrial contracts, esp. as it concerns cost and schedule adherence, including support to the processing and negotiation of relevant contract changes
- Deal with the administrative, contractual, and industrial issues arising, incl. the consequences of technical problems
- Evaluate respective commercial implications for each issue and early appropriate escalation in a timely manner
- Prepare and actively support in (technical) change management
- Report on payments status, including potential changes
- Collaborate and coordinate with the Rivada Segments' and System Engineering teams, Project Management Office and Project Control
- Participate in external and internal management meetings, as required
Why you should join us
We are an international and diverse team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision.
We are an international team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. We value trust, open communication and collaboration. We value equality in our work environment where different opinions, backgrounds and experiences are not only welcomed but also necessary to achieve the best result collaboratively.
This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a modern work environment with hybrid working model. We offer an attractive salary depending on your experience.
Rivada Space Networks is an equal opportunity employer with the approach to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics.
