Strategic Sourcing Manager - Mechanical (R5858)
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for critical mechanical commodities including airframe structures, precision-machined components, landing gear systems, and propulsion hardware for aerospace and defense programs.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (mechanical/aerospace)
Builds
Supply chain solutions for prototype, development, qualification, and production of flight-critical mechanical systems
Domain
Aerospace and defense manufacturing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier selection and qualification, cost modeling, contract negotiation, supply risk mitigation, manufacturing process knowledge, supplier performance management, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
active US government SECRET security clearance, aircraft/defense program experience, sole-source supplier management, government contracting compliance (FAR/DFARS/ITAR), professional certifications (CPSM/CPSD/PMP)
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Lead competitive sourcing activities including RFPs, proposal analysis, and negotiations; manage supplier performance and recovery plans; drive early supplier involvement in design; analyze cost drivers and perform should-cost modeling; coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to resolve supply chain issues; support production ramp-up and new product introduction.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC