Strategic Procurement Manager Defence/ Munitions (all genders)

ABOUT US

STARK is a defense technology company that is fundamentally changing the deployment of autonomous systems across various operational domains. We design, develop, and produce high-performance uncrewed systems that are software-driven, scalable in large quantities, and cost-efficient. This provides our forces with a decisive advantage in challenging combat environments.

Our focus is on immediately deployable, high-performance systems – not vague future promises. In a time of growing threats, STARK strengthens the technological superiority of NATO allies and their partners to ensure deterrence and defend Europe today.

YOUR MISSION

As the Strategic Procurement Manager Defence/ Munitions you will lead the development, negotiation, and management of supply chain contracts, ensuring contractual compliance and optimizing supplier performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery.

• Select, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers; negotiate contracts and terms.

• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the supply chain and implement improvement measures.

• Analyse and mitigate supply chain risks to minimize disruptions.

• Work closely with internal departments (Legal, R&D, Sales) and external partners.

• Prepare reports and analyses on supply chain performance.

• Evaluate and implement supply chain management software and technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed degree in Business Law, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification.

• Several years of professional experience in a comparable position in Business Law, Munitions, Supply Chain Management, Procurement

• Profound knowledge in drafting complex contracts and negotiating of contract terms

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a good understanding of numbers.

• Ability to identify complex problems and develop innovative solutions.

• Ideally, experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, etc.).

• Structured, independent, and goal-oriented way of working.

• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to take responsibility.

• Business-fluent English and German strongly preferred.