Strategic Sourcing Manager (R6603)
Core
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for critical munitions components and assemblies, balancing cost, risk, and delivery requirements while managing strategic supplier relationships.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (defense/munitions)
Builds
Supply chain continuity for defense munitions programs
Domain
Defense & Munitions
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, should-cost analysis, regulatory compliance (ITAR/EAR/DFARS), risk mitigation, team leadership, KPI tracking
Preferred skills
MBA, defense program experience, aerospace program experience
Technologies
ITAR, EAR, DFARS
Responsibilities
Develop sourcing strategies for munitions components, manage sole-source vendor relationships, partner with engineering and program management, drive cost savings through benchmarking, ensure export control compliance, identify supply chain risks, lead procurement team, track supplier performance KPIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC