Senior Global Purchasing & Supply Chain Leader

Shd Composite Materials Inc; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SHD Composite Materials Inc. in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain to lead international sourcing strategies and end-to-end procurement across multiple sites.

This role drives supplier relationships, cost-reduction initiatives, and inventory management in a fast-growing materials business. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking, strong leadership, and hands-on purchasing experience across aerospace materials, ITAR compliance, and logistics.

Qualifications

• Degreed in Supply Chain or Engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of the composite materials industry required.
• 8+ years in procurement or supply chain management around aerospace materials.
• Experience in international sourcing of materials or composites.
• Experience in global logistics, customs regulations and compliance.
• Experience in a high growth environment.
• Experience with high asset led businesses.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current suppliers with a view to strategic development across businesses.
• Ensure supply chain risk mitigation at all times through supplier development and buffer inventory arrangements.
• Manage suppliers to develop enhanced long-term partnerships, monitoring quality, performance, price and compliance.
• Identify new local suppliers where appropriate, working with Quality function to achieve supply approvals, to achieve best cost base while maintaining quality, technical standard and service.
• Negotiate best terms, pricing and supply agreements to minimize materials and services cost base for the business.
• Analyse global market trends to ensure optimal pricing and supply chain resilience.
• Monitor and report on market factors and report on price trends. Develop strategy to mitigate cost risks.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activity with demand, manage inventory levels whilst driving cost-saving initiatives.
• Maximise benefit of Consigned inventory where appropriate.
• Develop, implement, and lead global procurement strategies that align with company objectives, focusing on cost efficiency and sustainability.
• Lead and mentor purchasing staff, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage logistics supplier engagements and shipping rates for the businesses in the Group.
• Manage large capex procurement activity as needed, ensuring best price and terms.
• Oversee inventory levels and cycle counting activity to ensure accuracy of inventory usage.
• To undertake and perform other duties from time to time as can be requested by the company.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical abilities

Negotiation

Data-driven decisions

Team collaboration

Education

Degreed in Supply Chain or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

SHD Composite Materials Inc. in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain to lead international sourcing strategies and end-to-end procurement across multiple sites.

This role drives supplier relationships, cost-reduction initiatives, and inventory management in a fast-growing materials business. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking, strong leadership, and hands-on purchasing experience across aerospace materials, ITAR compliance, and logistics.