Director, Indirect Procurement

AAR; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

AAR is seeking a strategic procurement leader to oversee a $100M+ indirect spend portfolio and drive procurement transformation across a growing global enterprise. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, technology procurement, and building a high-performing team to deliver business value.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience.
• Strong technology sourcing and contract negotiation expertise.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead change.
• Experience building procurement capabilities and delivering business value.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management across key indirect categories (Technology, HR, Marketing, Real Estate, Professional Services, etc.).
• Drive technology procurement initiatives, including software, cloud, and IT services.
• Build strong partnerships with leaders across Finance, IT, HR, Legal, and Operations.
• Develop and lead a high-performing procurement team.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Technology sourcing

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Location: Wood Dale, IL (moving to Chicago's Merchandise Mart in 2027)

Shape the future of procurement at AAR. We're looking for a strategic procurement leader to oversee a $100M+ indirect spend portfolio, lead technology sourcing initiatives, and drive procurement transformation across a growing global enterprise.

Why Join AAR?

• Make a visible impact at a global aerospace and aviation leader
• Lead procurement transformation, including new systems, processes, and technology sourcing strategies
• Partner directly with executive leaders across the organization
• Help shape procurement strategy during a period of growth and acquisition

What You'll Do

• Lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management across key indirect categories (Technology, HR, Marketing, Real Estate, Professional Services, etc.)
• Drive technology procurement initiatives, including software, cloud, and IT services
• Build strong partnerships with leaders across Finance, IT, HR, Legal, and Operations
• Develop and lead a high-performing procurement team

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience
• Strong technology sourcing and contract negotiation expertise
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead change
• Experience building procurement capabilities and delivering business value
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $145,000 to $195,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.

AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.