Senior Specialist Procurement: Composites and Aircraft Systems

About the role

Join a high-impact procurement team supporting systems and composites, including lighting, landing gear, hardware, and chemicals. In this senior-level role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives, influence supplier strategy, and mentor procurement professionals while driving performance across critical aerospace programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex procurement projects, including negotiations for high-value aerospace components, systems, and services
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost savings, performance, and supply continuity
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct bid analysis, and negotiate pricing, schedules, and contract terms
• Establish and manage long-term agreements (e.g., Master Orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements)
• Develop and manage supplier performance plans, including quality, delivery, and reliability metrics
• Identify and resolve supplier and internal performance issues through corrective action and cross-functional coordination
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on strategic commodities
• Lead, mentor, and support procurement team members to achieve departmental and program objectives
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to align procurement strategies with program goals
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, FAR/DFARS, and internal procurement policies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and apply Lean principles within procurement processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of procurement, supply chain, or related technical experience
• Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing high-value, complex, multi-year procurements
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and industry best practices
• Experience managing supplier performance and strategic supplier relationships
• Proven leadership ability with experience mentoring or guiding team members
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems preferred
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates, including new hires and internal applicants
• This position requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• This position is on-site in Savannah, GA

Skills

• Demonstrated experience in negotiating and managing high-value, multi-year, and technically complex procurements
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations, contract law, and industry best practices
• Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems preferred

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

TBD

Schedule

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