Strategic Sourcing Lead – Aerospace & Defense

Capital Factory; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks

Holidays

401K match

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Education Reimbursement

Referral Program

Job summary

Vitesse Systems, LLC is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Longmont, Colorado to lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost-reduction strategies in support of operational and financial goals.

The role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders, manages vendor partnerships, and applies market intelligence to anticipate price fluctuations. ITAR/EAR compliance is part of the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in aerospace or defense subcontracting.
• Experience in negotiating vendor contracts >$1M.
• Experience with major satellite subsystem subcontracting a plus.
• Experience using Excel.
• Experience working in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts strategic sourcing activities supporting the organization's objectives for value-driven vendor partnerships focused on risk management, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Participates in supplier negotiations and contract preparation
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to define material, quality, and service requirements and standards.
• Determine and mitigate risks with Source Selection team as part of source selection decisions.
• Supports vendor partnerships and monitors performance using established KPI's, goals, and scorecards.
• Integrates new sources, methods, and vendors to ensure a reliable supply of materials.
• Reviews market intelligence and analysis to anticipate price fluctuations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vitesse Systems, LLC is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Longmont, Colorado to lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost-reduction strategies in support of operational and financial goals.

The role requires collaboration with internal stakeholders, manages vendor partnerships, and applies market intelligence to anticipate price fluctuations. ITAR/EAR compliance is part of the environment.