Senior Specialist, IRIS2 & meoSphere Procurement

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PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION IRIS2 is the new European Union secure satellite constellation.

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The IRIS2 team is entering the next project phases; there is a strong need of support for all the activities around service provisioning and products that the system can offer in the future.

Guide and execute sourcing activities from vendor scouting to tendering processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ, informal price request), ensuring the negotiation team is fully briefed.

Coordinate cross‑functional negotiation teams through commercial evaluation of proposals, vendor discussions, conclusions, and – where needed – with involvement of the legal department – contracting. Work with the SES Global Procurement team to identify and leverage procurement opportunities to maximize value for the SES Group.

Senior Specialist, IRIS2 & meoSphere Procurement Requisition Number: 20121 Contract Type: Permanent Location(s): Munich (Unterföhring), DE; Betzdorf, LU Senior Specialist, IRIS2 & meoSphere Procurement The job responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may evolve over time and be reviewed according to business needs.

This project is EU's answer to the pressing challenges of tomorrow, providing secure connectivity services and enhanced communication capacities to the EU and its Member States. It serves governmental users, private companies, and European citizens, ensuring high‑speed broadband to cope with connectivity dead zones.

SES – together with other consortium partners and core members – was selected by the European Commission to build and operate the IRIS2 multi‑orbit satellite constellation.

ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Support the sourcing of products and services related to IRIS² (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnection & Security by Satellites) and SES meoSphere programmes, in alignment with SES Global Procurement guidelines. Collaborate with global stakeholders at SES and within the SpaceRISE consortium.

Develop options and opportunities for purchasing hardware, software, and services related to IRIS2 and SES meoSphere. Actively seek opportunities to reduce cost and improve value for money. Build and nurture relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and other external stakeholders. Support pricing and contract negotiations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS Prepare and execute RFI/RFPs to select subcontractors for IRIS2 and SES meoSphere programmes. Ensure SES Global Procurement compliance with policies and procedures, in collaboration with stakeholders.

Understand programme requirements for procurement of products and services, and underlying strategies and constraints. Identify requirements and work packages involving vendors and/or subcontractors.

Collaborate with management to perform contract negotiations, including: flow‑down of customer terms and conditions to existing agreements; agreement on new contracts with vendors; identification of potential suppliers, including SMEs & start‑ups, and their eligibility to the IRIS2 programme; and identification of potential suppliers for SES meoSphere programme.

Analyse existing contractual agreements with SES vendors. Cooperate with other entities/companies identified as potential partners and/or contractors. Contribute to programme management matters such as status reports, time schedules, cost analysis, resource quantification, risk management/mitigation.

Draft and prepare required documentation to be provided to EC/ESA under the frame of the IRIS2 programme. Support internal alignment, coordination efforts, and report weekly on achievements, updates, next steps, and risk assessment. Monitor major aspects and milestones of procurement contracts with the functional specialist and ensure compliance.

Support SES in activities linked to process/system development or updates that contribute to cost reduction. COMPETENCIES Strong procurement and project management skills. Ability to work independently and without supervision. Self‑motivated and can‑do attitude. Strong negotiation and excellent communication skills. Keen attention to detail.

Organizational skills. Excellent collaborator across departments and various geographical locations. Eager to learn about technical and engineering subjects. Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing project requirements and environments. Ability to think strategically and align project goals with organizational objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Proven experience in the procurement of software, hardware, and professional services. Knowledge of satellite communications infrastructures and telecommunications systems is an asset. Minimum five years’ experience in a similar procurement role. Experience working on large projects.

Experience in public procurement process (EC and ESA) is an asset. Experience in procurement of electrical, mechanical and structural components is an asset. Good understanding of engineering departmental functions, workflows, and inter‑dependencies. Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS / COMMENTS The candidate must be eligible for a “SECRET” security clearance, in accordance with national regulations as well as EU/ESA/NATO equivalents. Willing to work 60% onsite from office. Travel as required for project realization purposes.

EEO STATEMENT SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to providing fair and equal employment opportunities to all.

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