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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and procurement management within the aerospace and defense industries. Proficient in negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and driving performance improvements while utilizing ERP systems like SAP.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Strategic SourcingSupplier DevelopmentContract NegotiationProject ManagementCost Analysis
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Hard Skills
Strategic SourcingSupplier DevelopmentCost AnalysisContract NegotiationProcurement ManagementProject Management2D Engineering Drawing Interpretation
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsLeadership Skills
Tools & Technologies
SAPERP Systems
Industry Keywords
Aerospace IndustryDefense IndustryManufacturing EnvironmentCommodity ManagementSupplier Relationship Management
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute commodity and supplier development strategies for direct materials and products
- Lead requests for quotation (RFQs), conduct bid analyses, provide sourcing recommendations, and execute quoting strategies
- Develop and execute supplier contract strategies, including negotiations involving pricing, commercial terms, and legal terms and conditions
- Select, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers to achieve quality, delivery, cost, and performance objectives
- Conduct monthly and quarterly cost analyses at part, project, and supplier levels
- Identify savings opportunities, evaluate cost trends, and recommend improvements to product cost structures
- Lead sourcing activities and business case development for buy-to-buy, buy-to-make, and make-to-buy initiatives
- Partner with Operational Procurement, Engineering, and Program Management on new program introductions and production transfers
- Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives and manage supplier relationships
- Support supplier development and expansion across assigned commodities
- Lead special projects involving suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Maintain timely reporting, analysis, and MRP updates for assigned suppliers and projects
- Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation of initiatives that improve sourcing effectiveness and business performance
Requirements
What you’ll need- University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience
- Experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, procurement, commodity management, or a related field
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Experience using SAP or other ERP and procurement management systems
- Experience in the aerospace, defense, or space industry, particularly within a manufacturing environment
- Communication and presentation skills, including the ability to negotiate with suppliers and present recommendations to senior leadership
- Project management, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to independently manage projects, overcome obstacles, and drive successful execution
- Ability to interpret two-dimensional (2D) engineering drawings and apply technical or manufacturing knowledge to sourcing decisions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Four weeks of PTO for newly hired employees
- 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution
- Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee Scholar Program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (not guaranteed)