Supply Chain Specialist

Role highlights:

• Supply Chain Specialist
• Location: Espoo, Finland
• Department: GMI
• Reports to: Head Of Global Supply Chain, Infrastructure
• Employment type: Permanent
• Workplace model: Hybrid
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters:

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Supply Chain Specialist to support our Global Manufacturing Infrastructure team in the important task of ensuring we have all the needed infrastructural components, processes and technical capabilities in place in all ICEYE’s manufacturing sites optimized for building our unique SAR microsatellites, supporting subsystems and products. This position is based in our headquarters in Espoo, Finland, but will require regular travelling to ICEYE’s manufacturing sites around the globe.

Who We Are

ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy, day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.

As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring including oil-spill detection, and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.

ICEYE is headquartered in Finland and operates globally across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. We have more than 900 employees, united by a shared vision: improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Source and evaluate global and local suppliers for infrastructure, equipment, and services
• Lead commercial negotiations and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency and reliability
• Place purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely availability of critical components
• Collaborate with GMI, logistics, and global stakeholders to plan and coordinate delivery schedules

What we’re looking for

Must haves:

• 3–5 years of experience in a buyer or procurement role within a high-tech environment
• Hands-on experience with sourcing, RFIs/RFQs, and supplier negotiations
• Experience working with international suppliers and managing global procurement processes
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work independently

Nice to haves:

• Experience in infrastructure, manufacturing setup, or production equipment sourcing
• Understanding of import/export, VAT, and trade compliance processes
• Exposure to aerospace, satellite, or other highly technical industries

Application Process

• Application review by Hiring Manager
• Recruiter interview (30 minutes)
• Hiring Manager video interview (1 hour)
• Final onsite interviews including team, cross-functional, and leadership discussions

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the why behind decisions.
• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
• Have fun: What we do matters and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us and we will do our best to help.

Apply now to start your ICEYE journey and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about ICEYE and working with us at iceye.com.