Director of Procurement

You in This Role As the Director of Procurement, you will build and lead Unusual Machines’ procurement function, owning supplier strategy, sourcing, contracts, and vendor performance across our global supplier base. This is a senior leadership role for someone who is both strategic and highly hands-on - comfortable negotiating complex agreements while also shaping scalable procurement processes. This is a newly created role with no existing roadmap. You’ll define how we select suppliers, negotiate terms, onboard vendors, and partner cross-functionally to support product launches and manufacturing scale. You’ll play a critical role in cost control, supplier quality, and long-term procurement strategy as the company continues to grow. A Day in the Life Leading all supplier and vendor relationships, domestic and international Negotiating MSAs, commercial terms, Incoterms, payment terms, and pricing Evaluating, onboarding, and auditing new suppliers, including on-site assessments Partnering with Product and Engineering during New Product Introductions (NPI) to source and onboard vendors Working closely with Manufacturing and Planning teams to align sourcing with forecasted demand Communicating forecast changes and sourcing impacts to suppliers Managing supplier performance, risk, and compliance Leading and developing a procurement-focused team Establishing procurement KPIs tied to cost, supplier performance, and contract compliance What You’ll Do Build and execute the company’s procurement strategy Own all vendor communications and supplier negotiations Establish and standardize MSAs across the supplier base Drive improvements in pricing, payment terms (including 30–45 day PO terms), and contractual protections Develop and implement supplier onboarding and evaluation processes Ensure compliance with international trade laws, tariffs, and sourcing requirements Partner cross-functionally to support product launches and production readiness Define the structure, roles, and operating model of the procurement organization Develop procurement metrics and reporting to support margin and cost objectives Requirements What You’ll Bring Required: Senior-level experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management Deep experience negotiating MSAs, Incoterms, and complex commercial agreements ERP experience (NetSuite preferred; Oracle, SAP, or similar acceptable) Proven leadership experience managing procurement or sourcing teams Experience onboarding and evaluating domestic and international suppliers Strong understanding of international trade compliance, tariffs, and supplier risk Comfort operating in fast-paced, ambiguous, startup-style environments Preferred: Experience within the UAS/UAV ecosystem or defense-adjacent industries NetSuite experience International sourcing and supplier audit experience What You’ll Gain The opportunity to build a procurement function from the ground up Direct ownership over supplier strategy, contracts, and cost structure High visibility and partnership with executive leadership The ability to design processes, policies, and team structure from scratch A hands-on leadership role with real impact on margins and scalability You’ll collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Engineering, Product, Sales, and Finance, while maintaining clear ownership of procurement. Benefits Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee product discounts Catered Lunches About Us Unusual Machines is a U.S.-based drone and drone parts company focused on the small and First-Person View (FPV) segments of the drone market. Our brands - Rotor Riot and Fat Shark - are two of the most respected names in FPV and have helped shape the industry through e-commerce, product development, and a deep connection with the pilot community. We’re expanding into enterprise and defense - bringing our obsessive attention to performance, design, and U.S.-based manufacturing into high-stakes environments like search and rescue, STEM education, and military innovation. With several of our products already approved by the Defense Innovation Unit, we’re solving procurement issues for customers who demand speed, agility, and compliance. If you love working at the intersection of community, content, and cutting-edge technology, you’ll feel right at home here. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Unusual Machines participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. We unfortunately cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position.