Summary

Space Tango is an innovative space technology small business based in Lexington, Ky. Space Tango’s mission is to manufacture health and technology products in space that create value and transformational solutions. Space Tango provides space-based automated facilities and payloads to support research and development and small-scale manufacturing needs of our partners and customers on the International Space Station and suborbital space platforms. As a leader in automated systems, Space Tango pursues pathways to on-orbit production. Our vision is to inspire, innovate and create a better future for humanity by utilizing the environment of space.

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for all tasks related to ordering and inventory management including researching best prices, vendor negotiations, adjusting inventory levels and buying practices in response to demand, materials traffic, and parts storage.

Objectives

• Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business
• Maintaining relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors
• Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries
• Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production
• Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement
• Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages
• Working closely with the business operations team to make sure contracts and terms are favorable where applicable

Qualifications, Experience and Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related position
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Understanding of computer systems for purchasing inventory systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels

Specifics

Pay: TBD

Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Simple IRA Company Match

Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Pay

Space Tango is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space Tango is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.