Global Procurement Manager

As the Global Procurement Manager, this candidate will be responsible for leading the procurement and supplier quality activities to support the client’s Aerospace Strategic Business Unit (SBU).
The SBU has 10 manufacturing sites, and 16 distribution centers and procures direct and indirect products and services in support of manufacturing and distributing our products/services.
The position is based out of Sylmar, CA. location.
This position reports to the Procurement Director.

Job Title : Global Procurement Manager
Job Location : Sylmar, CA
Job Type : Full Time

Key Responsibilities
Lead the Operational and Sourcing teams, and the Supplier Quality team associated with the SBU.
Establish and implement benchmarks and metrics including scorecards to set baseline standards and review for improvement opportunities.
Coordinate and oversee company procurement with a view towards reducing costs while improving the overall quality of sourced goods and services.
Negotiate multi-year contracts to cover 85% of SBU spend.
Collaborate with business leaders to evaluate, anticipate, and drive the attainment of SBU and platform revenue and margin goals.
Ensure compliance with Federal (FAR/DFAR/ITAR), State, and Municipal requirements including Small Business Reporting.
Reduce risk supply by developing key second-source suppliers.

Qualifications
BS/BA degree or equivalent in business operations, procurement, finance, or similar field
Minimum 10 years of direct procurement or sourcing experience in a large corporate setting
In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.
Experience using supply chain management software and tools, including QAD, Oracle, ePro, etc

Addition info:
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Experience in Aerospace is required and MUST
Experience leading a large team is a MUST
Min 10 years of experience in Procurement/Supply chain is a MUST
Education requirement - a 4-year degree
Onsite with Travel - Up to 25%

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