Full-Time

Commodity Manager

Machining and Raw Metals

Posted on 1/17/2025

Sierra Space

Sierra Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops space vehicles and stations

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$120.6k - $165.8kAnnually

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Centennial, CO, USA + 1 more

More locations: Lafayette, CO, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Market Research
Financial analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field and typically 8 or more years of relevant experience
  • Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
  • Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Proficiency in financial analysis, cost modeling and budgeting
  • Comprehensive understanding of category management principles, including market analysis, sourcing, and procurement
Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing category-specific strategies to optimize procurement and capture cost savings
  • Conducting market research to identify new suppliers
  • Analyzing market conditions and assessing risks and opportunities within the category
  • Negotiating supplier agreements to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery
  • Serving as a category subject-matter-expert (SME) and collaborating with internal stakeholders such as engineering, manufacturing, and product development teams
Desired Qualifications
  • Supply chain certification(s) preferred

Sierra Space creates solutions for space exploration and development, focusing on aerospace and defense. The company develops advanced space vehicles, including the Dream Chaser spaceplane, which can land on conventional runways, making it suitable for transporting cargo and crew to and from space. Sierra Space is also working on space stations designed for long-duration human spaceflight and scientific research. Their technology includes advanced life support systems and propulsion technologies like the VORTEX engines, which are vital for safe and sustainable human space missions. Unlike competitors, Sierra Space emphasizes versatility and practical applications in its designs. The goal is to enhance life on Earth and shape the future of humanity through space exploration.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

Louisville, Colorado

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaboration with NVIDIA enhances space debris prediction, improving mission safety.
  • New thermal protection system increases spacecraft durability and reusability.
  • Expansion of spaceplane fleet opens new revenue streams in logistics and payload services.

What critics are saying

  • Legal disputes over contracts may harm Sierra Space's reputation and finances.
  • CEO's departure could lead to strategic instability and project delays.
  • Struggles with Dream Chaser launch indicate potential technical challenges.

What makes Sierra Space unique

  • Sierra Space's Dream Chaser can land on conventional runways, unlike most spaceplanes.
  • The company is developing inflatable habitats for long-duration human spaceflight.
  • Sierra Space integrates AI for space threat detection, enhancing its technological edge.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation