Procurement Manager -ECLSS/TCS

Overview

The Exploration Company is hiring a full-time Procurement Manager for their ECLSS/TCS area, based in Munich, Germany. The person in this role will report directly to the Procurement Team Lead Physical Design and will take responsibility for all potential and contracted suppliers within the Mechanisms perimeter. Duties span the complete source to contract process, covering scouting, the bid phase, down selection, contract negotiation and award, and contract execution. Additional responsibilities involve supervising suppliers end to end, supporting the Mechanisms engineering team with the Make or Buy Strategy, challenging suppliers to meet cost and schedule targets, conducting risk and opportunity management, and maintaining accurate databases including ERP-ODOO.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Master degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, or Business Law, or alternatively a Bachelor degree paired with equivalent work experience. Candidates are required to have at least three years of professional experience handling complex contracts related to a technical product, with both procurement and sales backgrounds qualifying. A proven track record of working in complex technical environments involving new technology development is also necessary. Additional legal expertise focused on EU commercial law is considered a plus.

Skills and Behaviours

Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues across technical disciplines and functions. The role requires managing a high workload autonomously through prioritization and proactive communication regarding delays or risks. Individuals should be driven to sign and execute contracts while focusing on key deliverables. Fluency in English is mandatory, while proficiency in German, French, Italian, or Spanish serves as an advantage.