Senior Sourcing and Procurement Manager

About the Company

Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities—from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchase orders, including supplier negotiations, risk mitigation, and vendor management for critical programs
• Develop and maintain data-driven sourcing tools and dashboards to track supplier performance, spend, and delivery accuracy
• Drive cost efficiency initiatives through supplier collaboration and identification of manufacturing or process improvements
• Manage procurement workflows, including pre-award reviews and ensuring high-quality, compliant purchasing packages
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate procurement processes and reduce manual workflows
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, finance, and operations to support hardware development and production

Requirements

• Must be a 'U.S. Person' as defined by ITAR and EAR regulations
• Experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations within a technical or engineering environment
• Proficiency with data tools such as SQL, Python, or BI tools
• Experience with ERP, MRP, MES, or similar enterprise systems
• Strong negotiation skills with experience managing vendors, contracts, or statements of work
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting complex hardware or engineering programs
• Background in high-growth or deeply technical organizations
• Experience managing high-value spend portfolios or vendor-owned inventory agreements
• Familiarity with automation tools or process optimization within procurement workflows
• Prior experience in aerospace, space, or other frontier technology industries

Benefits

• Equity in Cowboy Space Corp.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance if applicable
• Daily lunch in the office and a fully stocked kitchen