Supply Chain Manager (F/M)

About Exotrail

Born from a strong ambition to reach for the stars, Exotrail is a fast-growing scale-up founded in 2017. Its mission: to develop and commercialise propulsion systems for small satellites on a global scale.

We design products focused on impact, fast delivery, and continuous improvement. Inspired by the digital world, we are firmly customer-oriented and driven by an entrepreneurial spirit.

We manage risks to push boundaries and achieve results that would not be possible within a traditional space model.

We deploy every necessary resource to support the development of our products, whether in propulsion or in-orbit services. Strengthened by an innovative mindset inherited from our early days, we are preparing to grow into an ambitious industrial company.

Job Description ‍

We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager at our Toulouse or Massy site to support the rapid growth.

Reporting to the Deputy VP In-orbit Service, the Supply Chain Manager ensures the daily operational management of suppliers and subcontractors within the framework of space/defense projects, from order placement to delivery, receipt, and acceptance of equipment. He ensures compliance with quality, cost, and schedule requirements according to applicable standards (ECSS, NPR, ARP), manages physical and documentary flows (orders, receipts, returns), and contributes to the control of operational risks in the supply chain. He may be involved in the creation and structuring of processes.

This position will be interacting with Engineering, Legal and Quality as well as external suppliers.

Main responsibilities:

• Operational management of suppliers

Sourcing suppliers in the context of RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, in support of projects/programs, and Business Development / Product), as well as Daily order follow-up, reminders, schedule management, and ERP updates.

Receipt and validation of deliveries: document control, recording of receipts, non-conformities, and triggering returns if necessary.

Stock management and anticipation: target levels, alert thresholds, cycle counts, and replenishment proposals.

Sourcing and information gathering: identification of alternative suppliers, cost/time/Incoterms benchmarking, pre-qualifications with Quality & Program.

• Internal coordination and operational reporting

Updating KPIs (OTD, NCR rate, returns), supply dashboards, and status for project reviews.

Logistics and shipments: transport requests, customs, Incoterms, tracking deliveries, and proof of compliance.

Coordination with the Strategic Supply Manager and the Supply team to ensure proper reporting of contract information and adherence to deadlines.

Support for project reviews: preparation of supplier points, operational risks, and short-term action plans.

Preferred Experience ‍♀️

Min 8 years experience in Supply / Operational purchasing . Ideally, experience in Supplier management and knowledge of projects life-cycle.
Experience in monitoring performance ( orders, delivery, supplier). Also experience in the identification and mitigation of operational supply risks.

Experience managing contracts and purchase orders .

Rigour and detail-oriented. Ideally, result-oriented.

Practical and pragmatic - ability to turn strategy and plans into concrete actions . Ideally, the ability to solve operational problems in a timely manner.

Collaboration, ability to work in multi-functional teams.

Excellent written and oral communication in both French & English.

About our recruitment process

We are committed to recruiting the right people for the right job regardless of your private background.

We meet at least three times in order to give you a better idea of what it's like to work at Exotrail:

1. Call with our Talent Acquisition Manager: you will learn more about the position and our culture

2. Technical interview with a team member: you will discover your work environment and learn more about the required qualifications

3. On-site interview with your future manager: Discussion about the objectives as well as ensuring that you share the same vision and values of the company.