Strategic Supplier Program Lead – Aerospace & Defense

Saab AB; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off, 8 holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase plan

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Saab AB in the United States seeks a dynamic Supplier Program Manager to lead strategic supplier relationships and on-time deliveries across Saab programs.

You will manage subcontractor suppliers, lead quarterly reviews, track metrics, and contribute to proposals while traveling up to 10% domestically and internationally. Strong procurement, ERP, and contract experience are essential, as is the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MBA/MS/JD with 3+–5+ years of experience, or equivalent.
• Understanding of procurement, supplier qualification, orders, tracking, and expediting.
• Experience navigating an ERP system and contracting methods.
• Analytical and financially literate with good judgment.
• Ability to obtain Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic management of suppliers and their material deliveries.
• Directly manage multiple subcontractor suppliers and monitor performance per SOW.
• Coordinate weekly Supply Chain meetings on POs, material schedules, and deliveries.
• Present supplier performance in quarterly reviews to leadership and PMO.
• Track on-time delivery metrics and supplier risks.
• Develop and update material forecasts tied to revenue commitments.
• Provide weekly updates to Supply Chain leadership on milestones and actions.
• Contribute to cost and labor inputs for proposals and participate in QBRs.
• Lead resolution of supplier issues and support continuous improvement.
• Travel up to 10% annually for program execution and business development.

Skills

Strategic supplier management

Procurement process

ERP system experience

Contracting methods

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Education

BA/BS or MBA/MS/JD

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Saab AB in the United States seeks a dynamic Supplier Program Manager to lead strategic supplier relationships and on-time deliveries across Saab programs.

You will manage subcontractor suppliers, lead quarterly reviews, track metrics, and contribute to proposals while traveling up to 10% domestically and internationally. Strong procurement, ERP, and contract experience are essential, as is the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.