Global Sourcing Manager Sensors & Optics (Defense)

Location: Paris, France; onsite

Company

hirify.global is a next-generation defense prime developing autonomous and scalable defense systems for allied forces.

What you will do

• Define and execute the global sourcing strategy for optical and sensor technologies.
• Source specialized components, materials, and manufacturing services for optical assemblies and sensor subsystems.
• Build and manage a strategic supplier network across emerging and established product lines.
• Evaluate vendor technical capabilities with Engineering, including performance, quality systems, and production readiness.
• Negotiate commercial terms, optimize unit economics, and protect supply continuity.
• Identify and reduce supply-chain risks while owning supplier cost, lead time, and quality performance; travel to supplier sites as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience sourcing optical, imaging, or sensor technologies, ideally in defense, aerospace, or another high-reliability industry.
• Strong technical understanding of sensors and optical assemblies, sufficient to challenge suppliers and engineers on feasibility and quality.
• Proven commercial skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to take full ownership and build a function from scratch in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel regularly to supplier sites.
• Fluency in French and English is required.
• Full commitment to hirify.global’s mission, vision, and growth plans, with a willingness to go the extra mile.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on mission-critical autonomous defense systems with real-world impact.
• Operate in a demanding environment emphasizing rigor, ownership, excellence, and execution.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Product, Program, and Production.
• Full-time onsite role in Paris with regular travel to supplier sites.