Head of Operations - Product Business Unit

Job overall purpose:

To ensure operational excellence including production, supply chain management, planning and strategic sourcing in the Product Business Unit. This is a management position and you will be part of the Product Business Unit leadership team.

Our Mission:

GomSpace is on a journey to become a true "Gorilla" and industry leader in the rapidly growing space sector. We are scaling our capabilities and ambition to set the standard for nanosatellite and microsatellite solutions, building a business that shapes the future of space.

Your mission:

The Head of Product Operations plays a key role in ensuring efficient, predictable, and high-quality production of GomSpace products for both internal Business Units and external customers.

You will unite production, supply chain management, planning, and strategic sourcing into one coherent operational function within the Product Business Unit, driving excellence from demand forecasting to final delivery. Working closely with the VP of Products and the company COO, you will ensure strong alignment between demand, capacity, and delivery performance — turning forecasts into execution, and execution into results.

What you will do:

• S&OP Leadership
  • Own and drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process for the Product organization
  • Collaborate closely with the VP of Products and the company COO to ensure effective demand and capacity planning across all Business Units
  • Align production capabilities with business forecasts and customer commitments
• Production Management
  • Lead all product manufacturing activities, including both in-house production and external manufacturing partnerships
  • Ensure efficient production scheduling, high-quality standards, and cost optimization
• Supply Chain & Planning
  • Manage the planning and supply chain teams to secure smooth procurement, production planning, and delivery for both internal and external customers
  • Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy, inventory management, and lead-time reduction
• Strategic Procurement
  • Oversee strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations across all Business Units
  • Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships focused on performance, cost, reliability, and innovation
• Outsourcing & Partner Management
  • Establish and manage relationships with external manufacturing partners
  • Ensure alignment on quality, cost, and delivery while maintaining flexibility in capacity scaling
• Process & System Optimization
  • Strengthen the use of ERP, planning, and reporting systems to increase transparency and data-driven decision-making
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational robustness and scalability
• Financial Responsibility & Asset Ownership
  • Own the operational budget for Product Operations, ensuring visibility of costs, resource allocation, and performance to budget
  • Provide accurate input and follow-up on production-related financials, including CAPEX, OPEX, and cash flow impact
  • Ensure effective asset management, including production equipment, inventory, and supplier commitments
  • Collaborate with Finance and the COO to align operations with financial forecasts and business objectives

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team covering:
  • Internal Production
  • Supply Chain & Planning
  • Strategic Purchasing
  • Production Scaling
• Build a results-driven culture characterized by structure, collaboration, and accountability
• Partner closely with the VP of Products and the COO to balance capacity, resources, and production flow across the organization

Criteria of success:

• Predictable and stable production performance with high on-time delivery (OTD)
• Effective, transparent S&OP process aligned with business goals
• Optimized resource utilization and reduced lead times
• Strong supplier network and strategic sourcing agreements in place
• High satisfaction among internal stakeholders and external customers

Critical experience:

• Experience in S&OP, Supply Chain Management, and Production Operations
• Strong background in outsourcing and supplier management, ideally in high-tech or aerospace manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and data-driven operational management

Skills:

• Strong leadership skills, bridging strategic intent with operational execution
• A value-based sales mindset and a natural ability to build trust and credibility
• Demonstrated ability to improve cross-functional processes in a matrix organization
• Willingness to challenge yourself and the organization to find better ways of working
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and execution skills
• Ambitious, curious, and continuously seeking improvement for yourself, your team, and the business
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, collaborative approach — a team enabler with ego in check
• Fluency in English

Education:

• Relevant education within production, supply chain management, planning and strategic sourcing

The company doesn't become aware of your inquiry without your acceptance. If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Jan Tornfeldt via jt@matchmaker.dk or phone +45 29 99 90 40

GomSpace is a globally leading manufacturer and supplier of cubesat & small satellite solutions for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, cubesat platforms, advanced miniaturized radio technology and satellite operations. Our international team is devoted to understanding our customer’s requirements and to delivering flawlessly. We are more than 175 employees, from many different nationalities, and we serve customers in more than 60 countries.

We were founded in 2007 and are today a listed company at the Nasdaq stock exchange in Stockholm (GOMX). We have our global headquarters in Aalborg in Denmark, our constellation operations and development center in Luxembourg, and sales & business development offices in France and North America.

Our mission:

“We make Space Yours”

From our first CubeSat innovations to enabling entire constellations, we’ve been driven by one mission: to empower nations, businesses, researchers, and visionaries to claim their place in space.
With cutting-edge small satellite technology, we break down barriers – making access to space smarter, faster, and more affordable.
Today, we’re not just building satellites – we’re building opportunities. We’re not just enabling missions – we’re enabling dreams by helping and guiding our customers in fulfilling their space ambitions. Whether you’re a startup launching your first satellite, an ambitious government deploying national strengths or an established enterprise building a global network “We make space Yours. Accessible, Affordable, Useful.

It’s YOURS to explore, YOURS to innovate, and YOURS to reach.

With more than 17 years of experience in the market and a track record of multiple successful missions accomplished, we have developed profound knowledge and competencies within Radio Technology, Cubesat Platforms, Project Management as well as Innovation. We provide the solutions that enables our customers to succeed in their business - whether this is a product, a subsystem, support or a full customized solution. We deliver these projects based on our strong in-house portfolios of established products and rich capabilities.

We have a strong focus on investors and stock market, and when asked why people should invest in GomSpace, our answer is:

Strong Foundation to Compete

• Leading Manufacturer: GomSpace is a leading manufacturer of small satellite technology

• Established Experience: Founded in 2007, GomSpace is the oldest start-up in the new space sector, leveraging 17 years of experience.

• Robust Technology and Brand: GomSpace boasts a strong technology platform and a reputable brand.

Market Demand

• High Growth: The market for small satellite technology is experiencing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19%.

• Diverse Customer Base: GomSpace serves various sectors including space explorers (NASA/ESA), commercial applications, and government entities.

Financial Performance

• Journey to Profit: After 12 months of turnaround efforts, GomSpace has structured itself to execute effectively.

• Increased Market Cap: Recent trends show a 300% increase in market capitalization.

• Positive Cashflow: The company is now generating positive cashflow.

Addressing Mega Trends

Existential Societal Issues: GomSpace addresses critical global issues such as climate change, information infrastructure, national security through its space technologies and cyber security in space.

These factors collectively highlight GomSpace's strong position in the market, its ability to meet growing demand, its positive financial trajectory, and its commitment to addressing significant societal challenges.

GOMSpace is organized as three Business Units managed by a VP. This job is in the Programs Business Unit and is referring to the VP. The job is placed at the headquarter in Aalborg, Denmark.

In short GomSpace is

• An innovative and international listed company headquartered in Aalborg

• International in the daily working style - English is the corporate language

• Growing, there are a lot of big projects kicking off, it’s an exciting time to join

• Flexible. We constantly challenge what works best for the teams – the project management is based on internationally recognised standards and team-orientated approaches

• Customer focused: We have respect for our customers

• People focus: We believe success is all about “people and culture”