Purchasing Manager | Supply Chain Leadership

Purchasing Manager | Supply Chain Leadership at JEG Search LLC Purchasing Manager | Supply Chain Leadership at JEG Search LLC in Canton, Connecticut Posted in 8 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Purchasing Manager reporting to the Sr. Supply Chain & Logistics Manager in our Simsbury, CT location. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-focused acquisition of materials, components, and services required to support aerospace manufacturing and operations. This role oversees a team of Buyers, drives supplier performance, and partners cross-functionally to support production, engineering, and quality objectives. The Purchasing Manager ensures compliance with industry regulations, customer requirements, and company policies while fostering strategic supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supplier Management - AS9100/ISO standards Team Leadership & Development Operational Excellence Compliance & Risk Management - FAR/DFARS clauses, and

ITAR/EAR

export regulations

Qualifications:

7+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the aerospace or defense industry. Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing supply chains, regulatory requirements, and supplier qualification processes. Proven experience in contract negotiation, cost reduction, and supplier development. Skills Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS, or similar). Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence decision-making. Excellent leadership and team development capabilities. Performance Metrics Supplier on-time delivery performance. Achievement of cost savings/avoidance goals. Inventory turns and material availability to support production. Supplier quality performance and compliance audit results. Team performance and employee engagement.