Senior Sourcing Specialist
Shield AIAutonomous Systems company
Dallas, United StatesSenior
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About the role
TL;DR
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement of mechanical components for defense-tech programs.
- •Shield AI is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and build supplier partnerships for innovative defense-tech products.
- •This role is crucial for ensuring the availability of critical materials and components.
- •Key Responsibilities Own sourcing and procurement of mechanical commodities for aerospace and defense programs.
- •Identify, qualify, onboard, and manage suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, and technical requirements.
- •Negotiate pricing and lead times, and execute purchase orders and long-term agreements.
- •Partner with Engineering to review drawings and specifications to ensure supplier compliance.
- •Manage supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
- •Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management for mechanical commodities in aerospace or defense.
- •Experience sourcing precision machined components, sheet metal fabrications, welded assemblies, structural components, castings, forgings, fasteners, hardware, or composites.
- •Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and BOMs.
- •Experience negotiating pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers.
Required skills
ProcurementVendor ManagementContract ManagementExcelNegotiation
Domain expertise
aerospacedefense
Tech stack
Excel