Procurement and Program Lead (Aerospace Manufacturing)

GAL AeroStaff

Southampton (MA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

GAL AeroStaff is seeking a Procurement and Program Lead to bridge procurement leadership, manufacturing engineering, and new product manufacturing. The role targets candidates with a strong engineering or manufacturing background ready to expand into leadership across purchasing, planning, supplier development, and program execution.

The ideal candidate has hands-on aerospace manufacturing experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and a track record of leading teams and improving

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or related field.
Hands-on experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment is required.
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

Act as the technical interface with suppliers regarding manufacturing challenges and new vendor development.
Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure smooth transition from design to manufacturing.
Lead procurement team and support delivery, scheduling, and supplier selection from technical and commercial perspectives.
Provide cross-functional input to improve lead times, delivery reliability, and supplier accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Dependability

Initiative

Teamwork

Work Quality

Problem Solving

Planning & Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position – Procurement and Program Lead

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Location: Southampton, MA

Summary

This position bridges Procurement Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, and new product manufacturing. It is well suited for candidates with a strong engineering or manufacturing background who are looking to expand into leadership roles across purchasing, planning, supplier development, and program execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supplier Manufacturing & Quality Support

Act as the primary technical interface with suppliers regarding manufacturing challenges and new vendor development
Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure efficient transition from design to manufacturing
Conduct supplier capability and risk assessments, including on-site and remote evaluations
Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes such as machining, heat treatment, coatings, inspection, and metrology
Support Quality and Engineering teams in resolving supplier nonconformances
Identify recurring supplier risks and implement corrective actions to prevent delays

Procurement & Delivery Support

Lead Purchasing Team to successfully procure all required products
Support workload balancing and team development within procurement
Assist expediting efforts by addressing root causes of delivery delays
Support supplier selection and sourcing decisions from both technical and commercial perspectives
Review supplier quotes for alignment with engineering drawings and specifications
Provide technical input to pricing, sourcing, and inventory planning

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Serve as a technical bridge between Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Planning
Provide manufacturing input to improve lead times and delivery reliability
Resolve supplier technical issues at the working level to reduce escalation
Support supplier development and process improvement initiatives
Reinforce procurement standards, quality expectations, and supplier accountability

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Leadership – Leads teams and drives procurement and supplier performance
Communication – Communicates clearly with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Dependability – Maintains accountability and follows through on commitments
Initiative – Proactively identifies and resolves issues
Teamwork – Works effectively across cross-functional teams
Work Quality – Ensures accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement
Problem Solving – Analyzes issues and implements effective solutions
Planning & Organization – Manages priorities, timelines, and resources effectively

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Hands-on experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment required
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications required
Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience required
Must be authorized to work in the United States (U.S. Citizenship required)

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes (machining, heat treatment, coatings, inspection, etc.)
Experience supporting supplier quality, corrective actions, and issue resolution
Ability to work with both technical and non-technical teams
Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to support supplier selection, sourcing, and procurement strategies
Ability to manage supplier relationships and performance
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications