As an R&D & Project Procurement Manager, you are responsible for project procurement for development programs in the field of unmanned systems (UxV). In this role, you are involved in development programs at an early stage and ensure that procurement strategies, supplier structures, and cost frameworks are optimally designed already during the development phase.
Working closely with R&D, product management, and production, you bring your procurement expertise into the development process early on and make a significant contribution to transferring innovative drone systems into series production efficiently and successfully. At the same time, you are responsible for project procurement for new products and actively support the further development of our supplier base in a high-tech environment.
Responsibility for project procurement in development projects, from the concept phase through to series transfer (NPI / NPD). Early involvement in R&D and engineering projects to define procurement strategies, supplier structures, and cost models.
Ensuring cost, schedule, and quality targets within development programs.
Managing escalations, supplier risks, and technical clarifications in close coordination with engineering, quality, and program management.
A completed degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, supply chain management, or a comparable qualification.
Several years of experience in project procurement, technical procurement, or R&D procurement, ideally in an aerospace, defense, or high-tech environment.
Experience working with engineering teams and development programs, as well as in managing technical suppliers.
An analytical and structured way of working, along with a strong ability to coordinate complex technical procurement projects.
Business-fluent communication skills in German and English.
Willingness to undertake occasional national and international business travel.
We push limits, think outside-the-box and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.
Our benefits:
Company pension scheme: We support you so that you can already make provisions for later.
With trust-based working hours, you are not only responsible for your working hours, but also for your work-life balance.
Bike-Leasing: We support you in staying environmentally mobile and healthy.
Corporate Benefits: Your opportunity for attractive offers and discounts from well-known suppliers and brands, e.g. Employee events: Quantum Systems specialises in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in defence, security, public sectors.
We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.
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