Supplier Development and Strategic Sourcing Manager (Aerospace & Defense)

Alinabal - Manufacturing Facilities
  • Milford, CT
    9 days ago

    Job Description

    Shape a world‑class supply base

    Do you turn complex supply markets into competitive advantage? Are you fluent in the language of quality, cost, delivery, and compliance? At Alinabal, you will lead supplier development and strategic sourcing across precision manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and other regulated customers.

    What you will do

    • Design and deploy category strategies that cut total cost, mitigate risk, and elevate supplier performance.
    • Source and qualify high‑precision suppliers (domestic and international) and manage performance via KPIs for quality, cost, delivery, and capacity/utilization.
    • Negotiate multi‑year agreements to secure quality, delivery reliability, and value.
    • Plan and execute purchasing to meet production schedules, customer demand, and inventory objectives.
    • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing with product and plant needs.
    • Leverage ERP/MRP and e‑procurement tools to improve visibility and throughput.
    • Champion cost optimization through value engineering, supplier consolidation, and qualified alternates.
    • Lead supplier quality programs; reduce nonconformances; standardize practices across the supply chain.
    • Ensure compliance with ITAR, FAR, and DFARS; partner with Legal/Compliance on contract terms.
    • Develop risk mitigation strategies for supply interruptions and geopolitical volatility; track metal market trends and cost drivers.

    What makes you successful here

    • Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s a plus).
    • 8–10 years in manufacturing with 5+ years managing global suppliers.
    • Proven results in strategic procurement, supplier quality leadership, and regulatory compliance.
    • Depth in precision manufacturing, quality systems, and end‑to‑end supply chain dynamics.
    • Project management discipline; strong analysis and negotiation skills.
    • Proficiency in ERP/MRP and e‑procurement platforms.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication; influence across functions and levels.
    • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

    Physical and workplace expectations

    • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
    • Lift up to 25 pounds on occasion.
    • Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment; close visual work for technical review and analysis.
    • Occasional domestic and international travel.
    • Generally moderate noise levels; PPE may be required in certain areas.

    Accessibility

    Work Environment:

    Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Ready to lead?

    If you thrive in fast‑paced, mission‑critical settings and want to build strong, compliant, and cost‑effective supply chains, this is your next step.

    EEO Statement

    Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMilford, CT

    Skills

    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Capacity Utilizationunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS)unmatched
    • Demand Forecasting/Planningunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Procurement Managementunmatched
    • Procurement Planningunmatched
    • Procurement Strategyunmatched
    • Production Scheduleunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Risk Managementunmatched
    • Sourcing Strategyunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Value Engineeringunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Planningunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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