Title: Supply Chain Specialist I/II
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $27-$35/hour
Location: Based in Loveland, CO
Reports to: Production

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Opterus is looking for an organized and motivated Supply Chain Specialist I/II to assist with procurement, supplier and inventory management, and material handling for a mix of R&D and spaceflight projects. This dynamic role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Execute procurement activities for assigned programs, including RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier communications
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for aerospace-grade materials and components
• Request cost and delivery schedule improvements with vendors
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and recommend corrective actions when needed
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support material planning to meet production schedules
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast material needs and mitigate supply risks
• Ensure compliance of procurement activities with company policy related to ITAR, EAR, and other applicable regulations
• Assist in developing and improving supply chain processes and tools
• Receiving and basic non-technical inspection of purchased materials; transacting materials into ERP system (e.g., into inventory, to project, etc.)
• Management of physical inventory, including cycle counts, kitting of material for production, ERP location to physical location verification, and real-time consumption adjustments
• Shipping of in-process and finished goods

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s in supply chain management, business, or a related field is preferred
• 2+ years of supply chain, procurement, or materials management experience, preferably in IS9001/AS9100 environments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, preferably JAMIS
• Working knowledge of ITAR/EAR compliance requirements
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative small-company environment
• US citizen or permanent resident

• Execute procurement activities for assigned programs, including RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier communications
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for aerospace-grade materials and components
• Request cost and delivery schedule improvements with vendors
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and recommend corrective actions when needed
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support material planning to meet production schedules
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast material needs and mitigate supply risks
• Ensure compliance of procurement activities with company policy related to ITAR, EAR, and other applicable regulations
• Assist in developing and improving supply chain processes and tools
• Receiving and basic non-technical inspection of purchased materials; transacting materials into ERP system (e.g., into inventory, to project, etc.)
• Management of physical inventory, including cycle counts, kitting of material for production, ERP location to physical location verification, and real-time consumption adjustments
• Shipping of in-process and finished good