Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing Manager

Boom Supersonic’s mission is to make the world dramatically more accessible through a renaissance in supersonic flight. Boom is developing the Symphony supersonic engine, which powers the Overture supersonic airliner and the Superpower natural gas turbine for AI. Overture will fly at twice the speed of today’s subsonic jets over water and 50% faster over land with Boomless Cruise.

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As we scale up the development of Overture and Symphony, we’re looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to help us establish the supplier relationships that will make this aircraft and engine a reality. 

This isn’t procurement-as-usual. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with programs, engineering, and legal to bring world-class suppliers onboard, keep us ahead of risk, and ensure our sourcing strategy is aligned with the speed, quality, and sustainability Boom is known for.

Role Overview

• Develop and drive Boom’s strategic sourcing vision across key commodities—both domestic and international
• Lead cross-functional RFI and RFP processes alongside engineering and legal teams
• Build trusted supplier relationships through direct engagement, from technical deep dives to trade shows and strategic reviews
• Negotiate critical supply agreements that balance cost, performance, and long-term partnership
• Define sourcing strategies that manage risk and support continuity of supply
• Analyze industry trends and technology shifts to guide sourcing decisions and identify opportunities
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain a supply chain risk matrix that enables proactive decision-making
• Establish and enforce purchasing policies that support compliance, accountability, and efficiency
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain operations
• Challenge conventional supply chain norms and foster creative solutions that optimize costs, accelerate delivery times, and drive value
• Identify vertical integration opportunities to strategically streamline supply chain operations and strengthen control

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field
• A strong track record in building and managing complex supplier partnerships
• Confidence presenting ideas and plans to senior leadership and external stakeholders alike
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to build consensus across engineering, legal, and finance
• Deep comfort navigating ambiguity and juggling priorities in a high-stakes environment
• A detail-oriented mindset paired with strong strategic instincts

What Will Set You Apart

• MBA or advanced degree in supply chain, engineering, or business
• Experience with international sourcing and global supplier management
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority
• Passion for aerospace or high-performance manufacturing
• A reputation for being calm under pressure, creative in negotiation, and relentless in execution
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment—you know how to build from scratch, adapt quickly, and thrive without a playbook
• Background in the aviation or aerospace industry—you understand the stakes, the standards, and what it takes to deliver in a regulated, high-performance environment
• Thrived in a scrappy startup environment, leveraging resourcefulness and adaptability to drive innovative supply chain solutions, rapidly overcoming constraints to deliver impactful results

Compensation

The Base Salary Range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Boom’s total rewards package for employees. Other rewards may include long term incentives/equity, a flexible PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.

ITAR Requirement

To conform to U.S. Government aerospace technology export regulations (ITAR and EAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

Boom is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. 

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