Senior Procurement Manager Aerospace

The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing contract management and supplier development within the Aerospace industry. This role drives supply chain resiliency cost reduction supplier performance risk mitigation and regulatory compliance while supporting commercial military and government aerospace programs.

You will report to the Global Procurement Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Management

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for aerospace materials components and commodities.

• Lead supplier qualification second-source development and supply readiness initiatives.

• Conduct market analysis cost modeling RFQ/RFP processes and source selection activities.

• Manage domestic and international sourcing outsourcing and insourcing decisions.

• Support new product development and product launch activities.

Contract Management & Commercial Leadership

• Negotiate and execute long-term supplier agreements and strategic contracts.

• Lead contract strategy development pricing analysis and commercial negotiations.

• Present sourcing recommendations and business cases to executive leadership.

• Ensure contract compliance and risk mitigation.

Customer & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as procurement representative on cross-functional aerospace teams.

• Provide executive-level communication regarding supply chain risks and mitigation plans.

• Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews with customers and senior leadership.

• Partner with Engineering Operations Quality Finance and Program Management.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with FAR DFARS ITAR Export Control requirements and procurement policies.

• Support government reporting and Small Business Program requirements.

• Provide procurement policy interpretation and audit support.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor procurement professionals and cross-functional teams.

• Drive continuous improvement using data analytics and performance metrics.

• Manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

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