Aerospace Procurement Lead: Strategic Sourcing & LTAs

Hutchinson SA; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Aerospace in Burbank, CA, seeks an experienced procurement leader to manage and grow a procurement team focused on strategic sourcing for aerospace components. You will drive LTAs, supplier negotiations, and contract management while ensuring ITAR/FAR compliance and high delivery performance.

The role requires 5–7 years in procurement with aerospace exposure, strong leadership, and proficiency in ERP/MRP systems. Local candidates preferred for on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field required.
• 5-7 years procurement or strategic sourcing experience, with at least 3 years in aerospace.
• Proven LTAs and contract negotiation experience.
• Leadership experience managing small teams.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a Procurement Team to achieve strategic and operational goals.
• Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for aerospace components and materials, prioritizing LTAs and contracts to secure supply and reduce costs.
• Supplier Negotiations: Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, and conditions, ensuring alignment with company objectives and industry standards (e.g., AS9100).
• Contract Management: Develop, implement, and oversee LTAs and contracts, targeting 80% of critical components under long-term agreements within 12 months.
• Collaboration: Partner with Production Planners to forecast material needs, Supply Chain to ensure PO execution, and SRM to leverage supplier performance data.
• Cost Optimization: Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery performance.
• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities meet aerospace regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR, FAR, export controls).
• Performance Metrics: Establish and track KPIs, such as percentage of spend under LTAs, supplier on-time delivery, and cost savings.
• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate supply chain risks in collaboration with SRM and other stakeholders.

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Negotiations

Contract Management

Collaboration

Cost Reduction

Compliance

ERP/MRP systems

Data Analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Master's degree or CPM/APICS certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Hutchinson Aerospace in Burbank, CA, seeks an experienced procurement leader to manage and grow a procurement team focused on strategic sourcing for aerospace components. You will drive LTAs, supplier negotiations, and contract management while ensuring ITAR/FAR compliance and high delivery performance.

The role requires 5–7 years in procurement with aerospace exposure, strong leadership, and proficiency in ERP/MRP systems. Local candidates preferred for on-site collaboration.