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Procurement Manager (f/m/d)

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG (EN)55 open roles

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About Rocket Factory Augsburg

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA), we have one clear goal: to create low-cost, flexible, and reliable access to space. We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe.

About the Team

Our international and agile team is looking for a motivated individual to join us as a Procurement Manager (f/m/d). If you are excited about shaping the future of spaceflight in the New Space industry, this is the right opportunity for you.

In this key role, you will operate at the interface between Engineering, Production, and Project Management, ensuring that the right components are available at the right time, with the required quality and at the best commercial conditions. Your contribution will play a vital role in building and maintaining a high-performing supply chain for innovative space technologies.

Join us and help enable the next generation of space missions through strategic procurement excellence.

Your Tasks

  • Manage the entire procurement process, from supplier inquiries and evaluation through to the successful award of technical components and services.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and framework agreements with national and international suppliers to achieve sustainable cost, quality, and delivery advantages.
  • Develop and maintain a high-performing supplier portfolio while building long-term partnerships to ensure a resilient supply chain.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Project Management to implement procurement strategies for complex technical projects.
  • Monitor and optimize procurement activities within the ERP system and track relevant KPIs related to cost, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure delivery commitments are met, risks are identified early, and project objectives are successfully achieved.

Your Qualifications

  • Proven experience procuring technical components or assemblies within a demanding industrial environment and successfully negotiating with suppliers.
  • Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable qualification, with the ability to apply this knowledge to complex procurement challenges.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage technical procurement projects and develop sustainable supplier relationships.
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to balance commercial and technical requirements effectively.
  • Proactive, structured, and collaborative working style, with proven success in interdisciplinary environments.
  • German language proficiency at C2 level and fluent English language skills, both written and spoken is required for effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience within a technology-driven industry such as Space, Aerospace, Automotive, Mechanical Engineering, or High-Tech Manufacturing is considered as a plus.

We Offer

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up

Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours

Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from one day per week home office

Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass

Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and speacial leave days

Team Culture: Join regular company and team events

Parking: Free parking for your car or bike

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Ready to take the next step?

Join RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.

If you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you.

🚀 Apply now! We look forward to receiving your application in German or English.

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