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Procurement Manager, Aerospace & Aviation Los Angeles
Global aerospace/aviation leader in the research, design, integration, manufacture, certification, and lifetime service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, lubrication, and pneumatic systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets, seeks a Procurement Manager. We support the world s aircraft and aero engine manufacturers, providing a century of experience and innovation for commercial and military aircraft.
Our careers offer boundless potential for professional and personal growth. You will work alongside the brightest minds in the world, help develop innovative technology and products and contribute to our company s goal of solving the world s greatest engineering challenges. We have succeeded in employing the top talent in the industry by focusing our hiring efforts on the individual, not the job description. If you are an inquisitive thinker with great ideas and a desire to succeed, we will find the perfect spot for you on our team.
Job Designation
The Procurement Manager will lead the staff and the procurement activities within a business unit. Plans coordinates, and directs various complex procurement and material processes from the initial proposal efforts through the delivery of the end product. Ensures that the procurement procedures are in compliance with government laws (domestic/international), regulations, and management objectives.
Job Core Responsibilities
- Develops procurement strategies and oversees all procurement and material planning activities from the initial proposal efforts through the delivery of the end product
- Organizes, directs, and implements cost-reduction activities to ensure maximum return to the division for minimum expenditures.
- Implements processes to manage risk within the supply chain and monitors procurement procedures to comply with government laws (domestic/international), regulations, and company policy
- Manages contractual differences between purchase order requirements and supplier performance; establishes contractual obligations while ensuring compliance with laws and truth in negotiations
- Monitors the changing marketplace and works around plans to avoid negative impact on corporate cost and delivery performance objectives
- Plans tactics and strategies for negotiations of subcontracts to maintain expenditures within program material budget limitation
- Leads and directs work for the team of employees as defined by business needs
- Manages staff selection, performance, development, and training processes to ensure team competencies and capabilities to reach the business goals and expectations
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
Job Specifications
Education: Bachelor's degree is required
Years Experience: min 7 years of procurement and purchasing experience
Skills: Excellent facilitation and project management skills with the ability to lead the supply chain team and drive tasks to completion
- Knowledge of procurement best practices and experience with managing tight development program deadlines in aerospace/manufacturing environment
- Understanding of contracts, compliance, and government laws (domestic/international) relating to supply chain
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and demonstrated use of thought leadership to set and execute procurement strategies
- Experience negotiating license contracts with a track record of success negotiating with a variety of suppliers
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to drive tasks to completion
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools