Supply Chain Manager

At Skyways, we are building a new form of air transportation—what some call the flying car. Backed by fresh funding and a major STRATFI contract from the U.S. Air Force, we’re uniquely positioned to lead the next wave of aviation innovation. Our fully autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) represent a breakthrough opportunity to move goods—and soon, people—in ways that are faster, safer, and more efficient than ever before. Unlike anyone else in the industry, our strategy blends rapid iteration with real-world deployment, and it’s already paying off.

Skyways is a fast-growing startup based in Austin, TX, supported by top Silicon Valley investors including Y Combinator. Though we’re early-stage, our vehicles are already in production and in the hands of paying commercial customers (see here and here ). With robust financial backing and government partnerships accelerating our momentum, there’s never been a better time to join us and help build the future of transportation!

The Opportunity

As Supply Chain Manager, you’ll take ownership of sourcing, procurement, and logistics for Skyways’ production programs. You’ll manage supplier selection and keep our global supply chain moving as we scale.

Location: Austin in office

What You'll Do:

• Run RFQs and RFPs, evaluate quotes, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing to align supplier performance with build requirements.
• Manage relationships with logistics providers.
• Resolve supplier issues, delivery delays, and quality problems quickly.
• Maintain and improve procurement processes, ERP data, and inventory management.
• Drive cost reductions and process improvements as Skyways grows.

What You'll Bring:

• 5+ years of procurement or supply chain management in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain operations, logistics, and inventory management.
• Experience running RFQs/RFPs and managing supplier performance.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
• Proven ability to resolve complex supply chain issues under pressure.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with aerospace or high-growth hardware startups.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and global transportation services.

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Skyways is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.