Procurement and Planning Manager

Company DescriptionReady to make your next move? A career at STS Aerospace allows you to take ownership of challenges, think creatively and be a part of our exciting growth journey.

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH is searching for a Procurement and Planning Manager to join the team. This position is responsible for leading and integrating purchasing, material planning, and production scheduling functions to ensure alignment with business goals, customer demand, and operational capacity. This role oversees procurement activities, supplier performance, and master production scheduling (MPS), while driving inventory optimization, delivery performance, and cost efficiency.

The position manages cross-functional teams and collaborates closely with operations, finance, and supply chain stakeholders to ensure seamless flow of materials from sourcing through production and delivery.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job DescriptionEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Procurement & Supplier ManagementLead and oversee all purchasing activities including sourcing, negotiation, and supplier selectionEvaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, reliability, and technical capabilityNegotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers and subcontractorsManage supplier performance, including issue resolution, non-conformance, and corrective actionsEstablish and enforce procurement policies, procedures, and bidding guidelinesEnsure timely procurement of materials and services to support production and business needsDevelop and monitor procurement reporting systems and KPIsPlanning & SchedulingLead development and execution of the Master Production Schedule (MPS).Ensure MPS aligns with forecasts, backlog, material availability, capacity, and business objectives.

Translate MPS into material requirements and capacity plans.

Collaborate with operations and value stream teams on rough-cut capacity planning.

Monitor and adjust plans based on demand changes, constraints, and supplier performance.

Drive delivery assurance and on-time customer performance.

Inventory & Materials ManagementOversee inventory levels, turns, and obsolescence mitigation strategies.

Align procurement and planning strategies to optimize inventory while supporting production.

Monitor material availability and mitigate shortages or excess.

Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with operations, finance, and commercial teams to align supply chain strategies.

Participate in customer delivery and operations review meetings.

Communicate risks, constraints, and recovery plans to leadership.

Develop staffing and resource plans to meet future demand.

Leadership & Team ManagementLead, develop, and manage purchasing and planning teams.

Hire, train, and mentor team members.

Assign responsibilities and monitor team performance.

Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Drive process improvements across procurement and planning functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the buying function.

Directly supervises 10-20 non-supervisory employees.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problem.

QualificationsQualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional InformationBenefits401(k)Medical, Dental & Vision insuranceEmployee assistance program (EAP)Flexible spending account (FSA)Health savings account (HSA)Paid time offTuition ReimbursementWe believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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