Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Indirect

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage. About The Role We are seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager, Indirect to lead sourcing strategy and supplier management across critical indirect spend categories within a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment. This is a highly strategic role focused on building scalable sourcing frameworks, driving supplier performance, and supporting rapid company growth from development through production scale-up. You will own end-to-end sourcing activities across categories such as Professional Services, Software/SaaS, IT Infrastructure, Facilities, Capital Equipment, and Corporate Services. The ideal candidate is highly autonomous, commercially strong, operationally minded, and comfortable operating in ambiguity while partnering cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Legal, IT, and Executive Leadership. Responsibilities Develop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect procurement categories including Professional Services, Software/SaaS, IT, Facilities, and Capital EquipmentLead end-to-end sourcing activities including supplier selection, RFP/RFQ management, negotiations, contracting, and supplier onboardingDrive supplier negotiations focused on cost, scalability, risk mitigation, quality, and long-term partnershipsPartner cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Operations teams to support company prioritiesBuild scalable procurement processes and category management strategies to support rapid organizational growthEstablish supplier performance metrics and drive continuous improvement across cost, delivery, and operational efficiencySupport infrastructure expansion, CapEx initiatives, and operational build-outs tied to company scaling effortsIdentify opportunities for procurement optimization, spend visibility improvements, and process automationInfluence stakeholders and leadership through data-driven sourcing recommendations and market intelligence Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or related field10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain within a high-growth or technical environmentStrong experience managing indirect spend categories such as Professional Services, Software/SaaS, IT, Facilities, or CapExProven experience building sourcing strategies and procurement processes within startup or scaling organizationsStrong commercial negotiation and supplier management experience involving complex agreements and contractsExperience partnering cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, IT, and Legal organizationsStrong analytical, operational, and stakeholder management capabilitiesAbility to operate autonomously and drive initiatives with minimal oversightExperience managing multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously under aggressive timelines Preferred Skills And Experience Aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, robotics, automotive, or hardware startup experienceExperience supporting organizations transitioning from R&D into scaled production environmentsFamiliarity with supplier industrialization, manufacturing scale-up, and infrastructure expansion effortsExperience supporting sourcing initiatives within regulated or security-conscious environmentsStrong understanding of ERP, procurement, and spend management systemsExperience sourcing Software/SaaS, cloud infrastructure, technical consulting, or enterprise IT servicesMBA, CPSM, CPM, CIPS, or related procurement certifications preferredExperience developing procurement KPIs, dashboards, and operational reporting frameworksDemonstrated success influencing cross-functional teams in fast-paced, execution-focused environments $135,575 - $211,888 a year Strategic Sourcing Manager IV - $135,575 - $183,425 Strategic Sourcing Manager V - $156,613 - $211,888 The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs. At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team. Benefits Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insuranceFinancial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonusesTime Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employeesOffice Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to 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.