Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Core
Leads global sourcing strategies, supply chain network design, and end-to-end supplier lifecycle management for a $200M+ spend portfolio of machined components and complex assemblies.
Role type
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager
Builds
Global supply chain network optimized for quality, lead time, VMI, and total landed cost
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing (Commercial Aircraft Group)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> strategic supplier partnerships and long-term agreements
Required skills
Global supply chain strategy, supplier contract negotiation, supply chain network design, supplier development, risk management, Make vs. Buy analysis, supplier selection, NPI integration, team leadership
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering, professional Supply Chain certification, international trade compliance knowledge
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans across commodity groupings; Research and develop suppliers to optimize network performance; Lead cross-functional supplier selection and strategy determination; Develop supplier capabilities through strategic partnerships; Analyze supply/demand trends and total landed costs; Negotiate and manage long-term supplier agreements; Oversee supplier participation in New Product Introduction; Mentor and develop the global Strategic Sourcing team
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities