Strategic Sourcing Specialist

About the Company

A global organization within the aerospace industry is seeking a Supply Chain Manufacturing Specialist to support and enhance end-to-end supply chain operations linked to structural manufacturing activities.

About the Role

This role plays a key part in aligning procurement, engineering, sourcing, and quality functions to ensure materials, tooling, and production requirements are delivered on time, at the right quality level, and in line with cost objectives. The position focuses on supporting manufacturing activities across multiple external production environments. The opportunity offers remote work options within a dynamic and internationally oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and materials including metallics, plastics, and composite materials (such as CFRP) combined with strong execution capabilities in supply chain and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage material flow across manufacturing operations, ensuring continuity of supply
• Oversee procurement of raw materials and tooling used in aerospace structures production
• Develop and maintain MRP-driven material plans, including safety stock and inventory strategies
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and suppliers to support production schedules and resolve constraints
• Monitor supplier performance (delivery, quality, lead times, cost) and implement corrective actions
• Support sourcing activities including supplier selection, RFQs, technical assessments, and onboarding
• Manage lead times for critical and long-cycle materials, ensuring availability for production
• Drive improvements in inventory management, logistics efficiency, and cost optimization
• Contribute to make-or-buy decisions and support the introduction of new materials or products
• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100 / ISO), traceability, and documentation
• Support production ramp-ups and new program launches within aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments
• Maintain accurate data within ERP/MRP systems (BOMs, lead times, planning parameters)
• Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies

Qualifications

• Education (preferred): Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical discipline
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or manufacturing operations within the aerospace sector, or similar industries such as automotive, space, or advanced manufacturing

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with aerospace materials (metals, plastics, composites)
• Knowledge of AS9100 / ISO quality frameworks
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience managing international suppliers and complex supply chains
• Background in project-based or industrial environments

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced production environments
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proven experience in supplier management and cross-functional collaboration
• Structured, detail-oriented, and results-driven approach

Key Skill Areas

• Supply Chain Management & Execution
• Production Planning & MRP
• Supplier Management & Strategic Sourcing
• Inventory Management & Demand Planning
• Aerospace Manufacturing & Advanced Materials (CFRP, metallics, plastics)
• ERP/MRP Systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar)
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• Risk Management & Cost Optimization
• Technical and Operational Communication

Additional Requirements

• Availability for international travel 30% of the time (Europe, UK, Asia, USA)
• Valid driving license