Aerospace Materials Manager - Strategic Planning & Sourcing

A-1 Machining Company; New Britain (CT); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A-1 Machining Company is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee materials planning, procurement, inventory control, and supply chain operations in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The role ensures materials meet production schedules, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while controlling costs.

The ideal candidate will lead a cross-functional team, optimize supplier performance, manage ERP/MRP systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve material flow and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, with Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or procurement; aerospace/defense experience required.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulations, certifications, and quality frameworks (AS9100, ITAR/EAR, FAA).
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor).
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in fast-paced manufacturing or MRO environments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Lean/Continuous Improvement experience (Six Sigma a plus).
• Ability to manage complex supply chains and long lead-time materials.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the materials management team, including planning, procurement, Outside Process's buyer, inventory control, shipping/receiving, and logistics functions.
• Develop and implement material planning strategies aligned with production demand, lead-time requirements, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, including AS9100, FAA requirements, and ITAR/EAR guidelines.
• Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, resolve supply issues, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance cost efficiency with production continuity and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain KPIs related to inventory accuracy, supplier on-time delivery, material availability, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to manage material specifications, obsolescence, and change control.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives such as lean materials flow, warehouse optimization, and digital inventory systems.
• Manage ERP/MRP systems to ensure accurate material planning, data integrity, and tracking.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and reports for leadership review.

Conocimientos

Materials planning

Procurement

Inventory management

Supply chain management

ERP/MRP systems

Leadership

Negotiation

Lean / Continuous Improvement

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

SAP

Oracle

Epicor

Descripción del empleo

A-1 Machining Company is seeking a Materials Manager to oversee materials planning, procurement, inventory control, and supply chain operations in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The role ensures materials meet production schedules, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while controlling costs.

The ideal candidate will lead a cross-functional team, optimize supplier performance, manage ERP/MRP systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve material flow and