Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing, Inc.; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Analyst to strengthen our supply chain by organizing and negotiating supplier contracts for aerospace and defense programs.

You will work with cross-functional teams to align contracts with budgets, schedules, and quality standards, leveraging our MRP system to manage demand, enter purchasing data, track orders, and monitor inventory. The role requires strong analytical abilities and adept negotiation skills in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess supplier performance and costs.
• Excellent negotiation abilities with suppliers and customers.
• Organizational and communication skills to coordinate across teams.
• Proficient with purchasing data entry, forecasting, and inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

• Attend supplier review meetings and track corrective actions.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with suppliers.
• Manage supplier and material data across the procurement system.
• Support yearly program budget development and cost controls.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Procurement Coordinators, and Supply Chain Director to ensure contract alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Process improvement

Education

Foundation in business management, accounting, or engineering

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Strategic Sourcing at KMM: Driving Value Through Supplier Excellence

The Strategic Sourcing Analyst (SSA) plays a key role in strengthening KMM's supply chain performance by organizing, negotiating, and managing supplier contracts that directly support our aerospace and defense manufacturing programs. This position ensures optimal service levels, cost control, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. You'll work closely with internal teams to understand program needs, platform longevity, budgets, schedules, quality standards and use the KMM MRP system to research demand, enter purchasing data, track orders, review forecasts, and monitor inventory. Success in this role requires a commitment to process improvement, strong analytical skills, and the ability to confidently negotiate with suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities That Shape Our Supply Chain Success

In this role, you'll participate in supplier review meetings, request and track corrective actions, negotiate pricing and contract terms, manage supplier and material data, and support yearly program budget development. You'll collaborate with Program Managers, Procurement Coordinators, and the Supply Chain Director to ensure contract alignment and maintain real-time visibility of all active agreements. The ideal candidate brings a foundation in business management, accounting, engineering, or related fields, along with strong organization, communication, and computer skills. This position requires professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while supporting both internal teams and external partners.