Strategic Sourcing Manager

About This Role

Who We Are:

• Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

• Defense & Security Mission: Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

• Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and One make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

Reporting to the Director, US Supply Chain, the Strategic Sourcing Manager will be instrumental in leading the strategic sourcing initiatives. This role requires a leader who can effectively manage relationships with suppliers, optimize procurement strategies, and ensure that sourcing decisions align with company goals. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supply chain management, with a focus on enhancing supply chain efficiencies and driving down costs. The ideal candidate will effectively manage relationship and influence internal and external stakeholders throughout the strategic sourcing process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Leads the development of strategic sourcing plans simultaneously for multiple commodity categories through execution of Long Term Agreements, Blanket Purchase Orders, Kanban Systems, and Inventory Plans

• Supports and makes recommendations to facilitate Make vs. Buy strategy decisions

• Collaborate with Program Management Office and Engineering leadership to understand future design changes and the impact to material needs in the future.

• Identify cost saving opportunities through process improvements, supplier/commodity consolidation and strategic negotiations

• Continuously monitor market conditions, industry trends, and supplier capabilities to inform sourcing strategies

• Conduct market research to assess potential suppliers and opportunities for innovation and efficiency

• Assess and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, supplier performance and purchase order/subcontract compliance

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in sourcing processes, ensuring efficiency, transparency and compliance

• Develops channels of supply to achieve reduced lead time and inventory holding, increased quality and delivery and therefore lowest total cost

• Identify and mitigate sourcing risks, implement risk mitigation strategies and conducts supplier risk assessments

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field

• At least 7+ years’ experience in a similar position with a focus on commodity strategic sourcing

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management and strategy development process

• Expertise in supplier negotiations, contract/subcontract management and cost optimization

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• DoD Experience

• Deltek/Costpoint Experience

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed, including occasional weekends.

• May be required to sit down for long periods of time.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

Position Type

Regular

thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At , everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com

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Welcome to ! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One , fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally.

Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond and helps shape the world of tomorrow.

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