Strategic Sourcing Director for Navy & Defense Programs

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Tampa, Monroe, Warren (FL, NC, MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CIRCOR International, Inc. is seeking a Director of Strategic Sourcing to establish and lead the procurement strategy for a regulated U.S. Navy business.

You will provide executive leadership across sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and risk management to ensure compliant, cost-effective, and resilient supply chains. The role requires developing long-range supply base strategies, supporting program execution, and aligning sourcing with regulatory requirements and growth

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading strategic sourcing and procurement in complex manufacturing environments.
• Strong executive leadership with a track record of building high-performing sourcing organizations.
• Deep knowledge of supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, category management, and risk management.
• Experience with defense/aerospace or highly regulated supply chains is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and execute enterprise sourcing strategies.
• Ability to influence executives, customers, and strategic suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of the U.S. Navy strategic sourcing strategy.
• Establish governance, policies, controls, and accountability for sourcing activities.
• Negotiate critical supplier contracts and long-term agreements.
• Drive make-vs-buy decisions, supplier segmentation, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with production schedules and customer requirements.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing Strategic Sourcing organization.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Executive leadership

Supplier relationship management

Category management

Contract negotiations

Risk management

Data analytics

Global supplier networks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management/Engineering/Business

Master's Degree (MBA/Engineering Management) preferred

Job description

CIRCOR International, Inc. is seeking a Director of Strategic Sourcing to establish and lead the procurement strategy for a regulated U.S. Navy business.

You will provide executive leadership across sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and risk management to ensure compliant, cost-effective, and resilient supply chains. The role requires developing long-range supply base strategies, supporting program execution, and aligning sourcing with regulatory requirements and growth