Procurement Manager

Leoforce; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Matching 401k plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Leoforce in Albany, NY, seeks a dynamic Supply Chain/Procurement Manager to lead aerospace/defense procurement of large BOMs and manage warehouse, inventory, and cost-reduction initiatives. You will ensure FAR and DFAR compliance and drive supply chain strategy in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff, building supplier relationships, optimizing production planning, and delivering measurable KPIs to improve delivery and profitability while maintaining product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM or Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years in supply chain management in the Engineering industry.
• Experience managing direct reports.
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience required.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume environments with structural parts.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and D-FAR regulations.
• Proficient in supply chain software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain, including production planning, warehouse management, inventory control, shipping and receiving.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining quality and delivery timelines.
• Ensure FAR and D-FAR compliance in all activities.
• Forecast demand to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to drive performance and corrective actions.
• Establish strong supplier relationships and negotiate favorable contracts.
• Train and mentor supply chain staff to foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Cost reduction

Inventory control

Supplier relationships

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP software

SCM software

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager
Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain/Procurement Manager to join our team in the Aerospace/Defense industry. The successful candidate will expertise in managing the procurement of large BOMs for Aero-Structural parts and components such as Aluminum, Titanium, Sheet Metal, Fasteners, and more. The role demands a robust understanding of warehouse management, cost reduction strategies, inventory control, and compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (D-FAR). This individual will have the opportunity to influence and shape the supply chain strategy, making a significant impact on our operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire supply chain process, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in production planning, warehouse management, inventory control, shipping, and receiving.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies to maximize profitability without sacrificing product quality or delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with FAR and D-FAR regulations in all supply chain activities.
• Forecast demand to ensure the availability of products and resources, taking proactive measures to avoid supply shortages or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve the supply chain process.
• Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain performance, taking corrective action as needed.
• Establish strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms.
• Train and mentor supply chain staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain management in the Engineering industry, with a proven track record of success.
• Must have experience managing direct reports with supply chain and operations.
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience is a must.
• Experience working in a high-mix, low-volume environment with structural parts/components
• Proficient in production planning, warehouse management, cost reduction strategies, inventory control, and shipping and receiving.
• Strong knowledge of FAR and D-FAR regulations.
• Proficient in supply chain management software and tools.
• Strong commitment to excellence and a high level of integrity.

A bit about us:

We are a long-standing, innovative manufacturer of high-reliability electronic solutions used in mission-critical industries. Our culture is built around technical excellence, collaboration, and hands-on problem solving. Engineers here have real ownership- working closely with customers, operations, and leadership to deliver complex products that truly matter. With a supportive team environment, meaningful autonomy, and clear paths for growth, we offer the stability of an established organization combined with the energy and impact of a close-knit engineering culture.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base plus Bonus Compensation Structure!
• Lucrative Employee Stock Purchase Plan!
• Matching 401k Plan!
• Exciting and Unique Projects and Products!
• Significant Autonomy!
• Clear Path for Advancement!
• Relocation Assistance!

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