Manager, Subcontracting and Indirect Procurement

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is seeking an innovative Manager, Subcontracting and Indirect Procurement to lead our subcontract and indirect spend functions in the strategic development and execution of a resilient, high-performance supplier base for spacecraft programs. Reporting to the Sr Director, Supply Chain Management, this role encompasses deep technical subcontracting leadership alongside people management, program integration, and contract execution. You will own the full subcontract and indirect procurement lifecycle for a growing portfolio of aerospace-grade work packages spanning complex subassemblies, services, and indirect commodities. The successful candidate will bring a strong strategic vision for scalable, accountable subcontract ecosystem, a relentless focus on driving down cost, schedule risk, and execution friction, and the proactive mindset to continuously improve contracting processes and supplier management practices as the team and product line scale. 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field 
• 10+ years of professional experience in subcontracting, strategic sourcing, or procurement in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing environments
• 3+ years demonstrated experience leading and growing a subcontracting or procurement team 
• Deep proficiency in contract structures, SOW development, negotiation strategy, and subcontract lifecycle management
• Strong familiarity with common subcontract commodities, supplier markets, and their cost and risk dynamics
• Experience managing complex supplier negotiations including multi-year agreements, pricing structures, and terms & conditions
• Demonstrated ability to drive cost and schedule targets in a resource-constrained, fast-moving environment
• Understanding of applicable aerospace and regulatory standards (AS9100, ITAR/EAR, MIL-SPEC procurement requirements, FAR/DFARS)
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement or contract management platforms 

• Experience subcontracting space-qualified hardware, complex mechanical or electronic assemblies, or engineering services
• Experience with supplier qualification programs including audits, corrective action management, and approved supplier list (ASL) development
• Hands-on experience with supplier scorecards, KPI development, and executive business review cadences
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

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