Supply Chain Manager

As a Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d), you will be a key part of our Global Supply Chain, supporting the local manufacturing of advanced drone systems in Romania. Together with our World-Class Team, you will play an empowering role in delivering systems for one of Romania's most significant defense procurement programs, with drone assembly taking place entirely in Romania under the European SAFE initiative. The Romanian production site will not only support local defense programs but will also contribute to fulfilling customer orders across Europe and support the delivery of mission-critical systems for Ukraine, reinforcing Quantum Systems' commitment to strengthening European security and defense capabilities. https://startupcafe.ro/romania-achizitie-drone-startup-german-quantum-systems-safe-98623

You will be working closely with stakeholders from the Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering teams to establish and manage an efficient supply chain operation supporting the rapid growth of Quantum Systems in Romania. As part of the Global Supply Chain organization, you will ensure alignment between local manufacturing requirements and global supply chain strategies, processes, and supplier networks. Your mission will be to secure material availability, optimize inventory, and build resilient supply chain operations that support the on-time delivery of mission-critical systems across Europe and Ukraine.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

• Act as the primary Supply Chain representative for the Romanian production site and serve as the interface to the Global Supply Chain organization.

• Lead and manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including planning, procurement coordination, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics.

• Ensure timely availability of materials and components required to support production targets and customer commitments.

• Develop and implement local supply chain processes in alignment with global standards and best practices.

• Collaborate with Procurement teams to manage supplier performance, delivery reliability, and supply continuity.

• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to balance material availability with working capital efficiency.

• Work closely with Manufacturing and Production Planning teams to align supply plans with production schedules and customer demand.

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier constraints, logistics disruptions, and material shortages.

• Develop and maintain supply chain KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports for local and global stakeholders.

• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities to ensure efficient material flow.

• Support ERP, MRP, and planning system implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Drive process optimization, cost reduction, and operational excellence programs across the local supply chain.

• Collaborate with international Supply Chain teams to support production scale-up and future site expansion activities.

What you bring to the team:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Several years of experience in supply chain management, operations, procurement, logistics, or manufacturing environments.

• Strong understanding of supply chain planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier management.

• Experience working within global or multi-site supply chain organizations.

• Experience with ERP systems, MRP planning tools, and supply chain analytics.

• Proven ability to manage supply chain operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

• Experience in supplier development, supplier performance management, and supply chain risk mitigation.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence methodologies.

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across international and cross-functional teams.

• Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up, industrialization, or production ramp-up activities is highly desirable.

• Professional fluency in English.

• Romanian language
  

Why Quantum-Systems:

• We believe in the power of combined efforts: straightforward tech expertise paired with a customer-centric focus.

• We are industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.

• We push limits, think outside the box, and strive for technological excellence to shape the future of aerial data.

• We promise to be your runway for individual and professional growth.
  

About us:

Quantum Systems develops advanced autonomous systems for defense and security operations across multiple domains, powered by integrated software and AI.

Quantum Systems is at the forefront of AI-powered aerial, ground, naval robotics, developing a family of smart systems that go far beyond traditional drones. Built on a foundation of in-house hardware, software and AI, our systems transform data into critical insights, empowering decision-making across security, defense and public safety, as well as for the commercial, industrial and GIS sectors. Our vertically integrated system with industry leading endurance, enable seamless interoperability and software interconnectivity. On-board AI powers multi-modality sensing, autonomous navigation, anti-jamming, swarm operations and more.

Our commitment:

We are an open-minded company that not only values diversity, but actively promotes it. Regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability, we firmly believe that the diversity of our employees is an essential part of our success.

At our company, every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. We believe that our differences enrich us and help us to find creative solutions and generate innovative ideas. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees can reach their full potential.