Aviation Materials & Strategic Procurement Director

Western Global Airlines, LLC.; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Global Airlines, LLC is seeking a Director of Materials to lead procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory planning, materials management, and logistics within our aviation organization.

This leadership role develops end-to-end procurement strategies, drives cost savings, ensures regulatory compliance, and builds strong supplier relationships to optimize performance across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement and materials management in aviation or logistics.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans.
• Excellent analytical and project management abilities.
• Solid understanding of aviation regulatory compliance and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide procurement strategies aligned with goals and market conditions.
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage contracts to secure favorable terms and savings.
• Oversee inventory planning and provisioning of rotable parts for operations.
• Coordinate international shipping, customs, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop the procurement team while partnering with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

TRAX

Job description

Western Global Airlines, LLC is seeking a Director of Materials to lead procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory planning, materials management, and logistics within our aviation organization.

This leadership role develops end-to-end procurement strategies, drives cost savings, ensures regulatory compliance, and builds strong supplier relationships to optimize performance across the supply chain.