Observable Space
Sourcing & Procurement Manager
$145K–$175K
Los Angeles, CA or Detroit, MI · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Oct 5, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
About the job
Manages strategic sourcing and day-to-day procurement across company sites, developing supplier relationships and optimizing cost, quality, and delivery for hardware programs.
What you'll do
- Develop category strategies and lead supplier selection, RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and supplier performance management.
- Own purchase orders from requisition through receipt and invoice reconciliation; manage expediting, logistics coordination, and inventory activities.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and quality teams on sourcing, supplier qualification, and procurement improvements.
What they ask for
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience combining strategic sourcing and tactical buying.
- Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement tools.
- Ability to work with spend analysis, supplier scorecards, and cost modeling.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with optical systems, precision hardware, electromechanical components, or aerospace/defense supply chains.
- CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent certification; bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Pay
$145K – $175K USD base salary
Tools
SAP, NetSuite
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