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Rocket Factory Augsburg

Low-cost microlauncher for small satellites

Procurement Manager

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAugsburg, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proven experience procuring technical components or assemblies in a demanding industrial environment and negotiating successfully with suppliers.
  • A degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable qualification, and the ability to apply this knowledge to complex procurement challenges.
  • Ability to independently manage technical procurement projects and develop sustainable supplier relationships.
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance commercial and technical requirements effectively.
  • German proficiency at C2 level and fluent written and spoken English are required for communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire procurement process, from supplier inquiries and evaluation through to awarding technical components and services.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and framework agreements with national and international suppliers to achieve sustainable cost, quality, and delivery advantages.
  • Develop and maintain a high-performing supplier portfolio and build long-term partnerships to ensure a resilient supply chain.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Project Management to implement procurement strategies for complex technical projects.
  • Monitor and optimize procurement activities within the ERP system and track KPIs related to cost, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to meet delivery commitments, identify risks early, and achieve project objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a technology-driven industry such as space, aerospace, automotive, mechanical engineering, or high-tech manufacturing.

About the Company

Rocket Factory Augsburg

Low-cost microlauncher for small satellites

Rocket Factory Augsburg provides flexible, low-cost launch services for small satellites, anchored by its RFA ONE launcher. The vehicle is a 30-meter three-stage rocket: nine Helix engines on the first stage, a vacuum-optimized Helix on the second stage, and a Redshift orbital transfer vehicle on the third stage to deploy satellites into different orbits. It cuts costs by applying automotive-style serial production and off-the-shelf components, aiming for roughly $3,000–$4,000 per kilogram. Its goal is to democratize access to space by enabling affordable, multi-orbit deployment for small-satellite missions.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$256.8M
Headquarters
Augsburg, Germany
Founded
2018

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