Manager of Supply Chain & Procurement

At Kepler Communications were not just imagining the future of connectivity - were leading it!
Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access in space enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 23 satellites already launched and a next-generation optical network on the way were creating the infrastructure that will power the space economy for decades to come.
Technology is only part of the story. Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.

• Comprehensive coverage for health dental and vision insurance including dependents.
• Unlimited vacation supportive parental leave policy and company-wide holiday shutdown.
• Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
• Relocation packages available for approved roles.
• $Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks drinks games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
• As a Supply Chain Manager at Kepler youll be responsible for end-to-end ownership of procurement supplier management and material readiness across satellite will bridge the gap between engineering program management and external suppliers ensuring that Keplers missions from prototype builds to constellation-scale production are supported by a robust agile and cost-effective supply chain.

This role goes beyond transactional procurement; its about strategic partnership technical acumen and operational execution in a very fast-moving space environment. Supply Chain Management and Procurement
Play a key role in defining and implementing supply chain strategies to meet the needs of the Program
Lead NPI activities for high complexity electromechanical components and assemblies from inception to production
Lead supplier sourcing activities for internal product teams (IPTs) developing spacecraft subsystems and customer hardware
Identify and manage supply chain risk including the development of contingency plans
Optimize component and supplier selection through cost analysis total cost of ownership and make-or-buy evaluations
Develop procurement plans by defining and implementing procurement strategies across products and programs
Lead end-to-end procurement activity from sourcing to program delivery
Identify and manage procurement risk including the development of contingency plans i.e. supplier financial and/or schedule risk
Develop sourcing strategies aligned with technical product requirements
Tactical buying purchase order generation for commodities services and equipment Supplier Management
Act as point of contact for suppliers by confirming delivery schedules resolving non-conformities and discrepancies and escalating delays
Identify and mitigate supplier related technical and programmatic risks
Support the Quality team to address supplier non-conformances ensuring timely implementation and verification of corrective actions Engineering Coordination
Own assigned engineering work packages to maintain control of the costed bill of materials and enable smooth timely supply delivery
Work upstream with the technical community to accelerate and de-risk procurement for long lead and EEE components Production & Manufacturing Operations Coordination
Coordinate and support Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRR) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)
Participate in production standups communicating expected delivery dates delays and key updates
Coordinate schedules and expected deliverables to operations groups Continuous Improvement & Systems Development
Support ERP system refinement and data accuracy to enhance visibility and decision-making
Identify automation or digitization opportunities for supply chain data collection activities
Help drive implementation of inventory management system (IMS)
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Engineering or Business Administration

• 3 years of experience in supply chain management engineering or engineering adjacent roles
• Direct experience sourcing medium-to-high complexity electro-mechanical and electrical components and small/medium assemblies
• Experience with mechanical or electrical engineering concepts related to component procurement
• Understanding of manufacturing/fabrication process related to mechanical or electrical components (PCB/PCBA)
• Experience with using ERP Procurement or MRP systems
• Ability to assess sourcing programmatic and technical risk associated with bringing a product from development to production
• Experience building automated & scalable reporting methodologies

Bonus Points:
Bachelors degree in electrical engineering mechanical engineering or any other relevant degree
Experience with CGP ITAR EAR or Controlled Goods sourcing & procurement
Experience building scalable & sustainable processes & tools
Experience reading and analyzing engineering drawings and 3D models
Experience with supplier terms and conditions or master supplier agreements (MSA) covering pricing structures lead times warranty quality standards and delivery terms
These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.
Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement
Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities members of visible minorities and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
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