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CX2 · 9 hours ago

Supply Chain & Procurement Manager

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

CX2 is a next-generation defense technology company focused on delivering spectrum dominance for the United States and its allies. The Supply Chain & Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring aerospace programs have the right parts and services on time, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

ManufacturingMechanical Engineering

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Source and purchase parts and services for aerospace products, including electronics, circuit-board assemblies, machined parts, and outside processing

Run quote requests, compare suppliers, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms

Place and manage purchase orders, confirm supplier commitments, and keep deliveries on track

Own relationships with key suppliers and hold them accountable for delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost

Track supplier performance and lead regular check-ins to resolve issues and prevent repeat problems

Coordinate supplier onboarding and ensure suppliers can meet technical and quality expectations

Ensure required supplier paperwork is collected and stored (for example: certificates, test reports, and lot or serial tracking when required)

Make sure purchases match the correct drawing and revision, and that changes are implemented correctly across suppliers and internal teams

Support investigations for material issues by providing clear purchase history and supplier documentation

Turn build plans into clear purchasing plans, with special focus on long-lead items

Set practical inventory levels for critical parts to avoid shortages and schedule slips

Lead shortage reviews, prioritize expediting, and communicate risk early with clear options

Identify supply risks (single-source parts, long lead times, obsolete parts, constrained suppliers) and drive mitigation plans

Reduce cost through smarter sourcing, supplier consolidation, negotiation, and partnering with engineering on cost-conscious alternatives

Improve internal purchasing processes, supplier communication, and data accuracy in the purchasing system

Qualification

Supplier negotiationRelationship managementDocumentation traceabilityPurchasing systemsAerospace procurementSpreadsheet skillsSupplier quality practicesInternational suppliers

Required

A minimum of 5 years in procurement or supply chain for aerospace, aviation, electronics hardware, or regulated manufacturing

Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills

Experienced with documentation-heavy purchasing and parts traceability

Comfortable working in an environment with engineering changes and fast iteration

Strong spreadsheet skills and experience with purchasing systems

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a US Citizen, Green Card holder, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State