About this role
About the Role Acting as the main responsible for all procurement related activities within a core project team for OHB System AG's satellite projects. Lead procurement, supplier selection, and contract management for dedicated space programs, and supervise a team of subcontract managers. Regularly engage with suppliers, participate in reviews, and report progress to project and line management. What You'll Do
- Act as the main responsible for all procurement related activities within a core project team for a satellite project.
- Initiate, coordinate, implement and monitor procurement of equipment and subsystems for the project.
- Select suitable suppliers and subcontractors in direct negotiation, restricted or open competition.
- Lead a team of subcontract managers; establish tender documentation (RFPs, ITTs, draft contracts); organize Tender Evaluation Boards; support in ATPs, LOLs, Preliminary Order Letters; negotiate Change Requests and perform Contract Change Management.
- Supervise contract compliance (quality, time and costs).
- Regular visits to suppliers across Europe and worldwide; participate in project reviews and progress meetings.
- Report to the project manager (monthly progress and status reports) and to the Head of Project Procurement Management (line manager). What We're Looking For
- A degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or comparable qualifications.
- Several years of project management experience with emphasis on financial management and contract management, preferably in the space industry.
- High technical affinity to understand technical requirements; self-confidence and excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Enhanced analytical and organizational skills, economic way of thinking.
- Fluency in spoken and written English; knowledge of German is preferable. Nice to Have
- German language courses (optional/personal development). Compensation & Benefits
- 13th monthly salary
- Accident insurance & company pension plan
- Flexible working hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation & special leave days
- Hybrid work & mobile work abroad
- Structured onboarding with buddy in the first months
- Extensive training and development opportunities; German language courses & annual employee dialogue space projects
- Subsidised Deutschland ticket, Job bike & parking
- Health management: E-GYM Wellpass & in-company sports groups
- Kindergarten subsidy / childcare during vacation periods & paid child sickness days
- Company parties & events: Christmas party, Satellite launch events, NextGen Speakers Night
- Company suggestion system & free research and development
- Complete overview of benefits on our website