Procurement Manager
Core
Leading procurement activities to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisition of materials and services for manufacturing operations in the aerospace and defense industry.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and inventory optimization for production continuity
Domain
Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, inventory optimization, supply chain risk mitigation, ERP system proficiency, team leadership, financial analysis, data reporting
Preferred skills
Experience in aerospace/defense or highly regulated manufacturing, new product introduction support
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Develop and implement procurement strategies, manage supplier selection and qualification, negotiate pricing and contracts, monitor supplier performance, mitigate supply chain risks, lead purchasing process improvements, prepare executive reports and KPI presentations, mentor the purchasing team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management (via careerplan.io/jobs/97-006-7C-65E-procurement-manager-at-bird-aerosystems)