Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (10+ years of relevant experience may substitute for degree)
2+ years of supply chain or procurement experience, with a focus on capital equipment, facilities, or indirect categories
Proven track record in contract negotiation, vendor management, and CapEx project execution
Strong understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO) and capital project budgeting
Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Operations
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in defense, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing industries
Understanding of defense compliance (ITAR, EAR, NDAA)
Exposure to startup or growth-stage operations
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing, negotiation, and execution for capital equipment and infrastructure investments across Mach’s manufacturing and R&D facilities
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and facilities teams to define equipment requirements, specifications, and total cost of ownership (TCO) models
Develop and execute multi-year Indirect procurement strategy covering CapEx, tooling, logistics, MRO, and professional services
Manage RFQs/RFPs, supplier evaluations, and commercial negotiations to optimize cost, delivery, and technical compliance
Establish and maintain strong vendor partnerships while identifying new suppliers to expand Mach’s equipment and indirect supplier base
Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Program Management to align capital budgets, payment schedules, and contractual terms
Track indirect procurement spend, cost savings, and supplier performance through data-driven KPIs
Ensure all indirect sourcing activities align with defense compliance frameworks including ITAR, EAR, and NDAA
Drive standardization of indirect procurement processes, templates, and approval workflows across the company
Support enterprise-wide purchasing initiatives to improve efficiency, payment terms, and supplier accountability
Provide leadership visibility into indirect procurement performance, risks, and major capital commitments