Sr. Manager Supply Chain & Logistics

About This Role

Terawave is a dedicated commercial business unit within Blue Origin Operations, focused on advanced manufacturing and supply chain solutions for next-generation spaceflight systems and infrastructure. The Terawave supply chain team manages a commercially oriented procurement portfolio spanning build-to-print hardware, build-to-specification components, COTS parts, and contract manufacturing partnerships—operating at the pace and discipline required to support high‑mix, low‑volume aerospace manufacturing  team's work is directly critical to on‑time, on‑budget delivery of Blue Origin's most demanding commercial hardware programs across all facilities.

As Senior Procurement Manager
, you will hold full ownership of the business unit's supply chain performance—leading a team of Supply Chain Professional Buyers, driving strategic sourcing and long‑term agreement execution across the commercial supplier base, and serving as the primary procurement interface for business unit leadership, Blue Origin Senior Management, and cross‑functional partners. This is a high‑visibility, high‑accountability role for a proven procurement leader who thrives in technically complex, commercially driven, and rapidly scaling environments.

• Own program‑level supply chain performance for the business unit's commercial programs, including accountability for schedule, cost, and Material Estimate at Completion (EAC), with regular reporting to business unit program leadership.
• Direct, mentor, and develop a team of Supply Chain Professional Buyers, managing full lifecycle performance including hiring, goal‑setting, and ongoing professional development aligned to the business unit's commercial program priorities and operational tempo.
• Lead strategic sourcing and negotiation of Firm‑Fixed Price (FFP) contracts and long‑term agreements (LTAs) across the business unit's supplier base, including build‑to‑print manufacturers, build‑to‑specification suppliers, COTS vendors, and contract manufacturing partners.
• Develop and maintain business unit‑specific procurement policies, procedures, templates, and digital tools to ensure best‑in‑class accuracy, compliance, and traceability across all commercial procurement activities.
• Analyze material flow data, supplier performance metrics, and internal stakeholder feedback to identify root causes of gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies tailored to the business unit's commercial build‑to‑print and build‑to‑specification environments.
• Ensure Supply Chain functions execute detailed plans to achieve business unit program goals; proactively identify risks and deviations in performance metrics and implement mitigation strategies before they impact program milestones.
• Lead rapid resolution of supplier, quality, and material challenges for the business unit's key deliverables, supporting escalation to program and executive leadership when required to protect commercial program commitments.
• Communicate program status, risks, and opportunities through detailed reports and presentations tailored for business unit leadership and cross‑functional Blue Origin stakeholders, including Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance.

Applicants must meet ALL of the following to be considered:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field, or higher.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related discipline within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing—OR a Master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 7 years of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience directly managing procurement teams, including full lifecycle responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, and professional development.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial procurement for complex Bills of Materials (BOMs), including build‑to‑print hardware, build‑to‑specification components, COTS parts, and contract manufacturing partnerships under Firm‑Fixed Price (FFP) contracts and long‑term agreements (LTAs).
• Ability to travel up to…