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Director, Supply Chain
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StandardAero is a leading provider of aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, renowned for delivering high-quality, reliable solutions to customers across the aviation, military, and industrial sectors. As an organization driven by innovation and customer-centric solutions, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace services.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Director to join our leadership team. In this key role, you will lead the development and execution of StandardAero's global supply chain strategy, ensuring the seamless flow of materials, parts, and services critical to our operations. You will oversee all aspects of supply chain management, from sourcing and procurement to inventory management, distribution, and logistics. This position requires a leader with strong business acumen, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across site.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage the global supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational goals, and customer expectations.
- Develop and implement best-in-class supply chain processes, systems, and practices that optimize cost, efficiency, and service delivery.
- Oversee the entire supply chain lifecycle, including procurement, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, and supplier relationships.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, quality, and sales, to ensure alignment on material and service requirements and timelines.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance, ensuring high standards of quality, cost control, and on-time delivery.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements through data-driven analysis and lean methodologies.
- Drive initiatives to enhance supply chain resilience, including risk mitigation strategies for material shortages, global supply disruptions, and other challenges.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain department, reporting on performance to senior leadership.
- Negotiate high-value supplier contracts and service agreements, ensuring favorable terms that support operational and financial goals.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and industry standards, including aerospace-specific certifications, safety protocols, and sustainability initiatives.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
- Oversee supply chain budget, forecasting, and resource allocation, ensuring operational costs are effectively managed.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders and suppliers to ensure strategic partnerships that support StandardAero's long-term objectives.
- Stay current on industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in supply chain management, recommending innovations to stay ahead of market demands.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within aerospace, manufacturing, or MRO industries.
- Demonstrated understanding of supply chain principles and practices, including procurement, inventory management, logistics, demand planning, and vendor management.
- Previous experience leading and executing large-scale supply chain strategies across multiple geographic locations.
- Expertise with supply chain software, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, AS/400, etc.), and data analytics tools to drive decision-making and performance improvement (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Must be able to work onsite at our Business Aviation MRO facility in Augusta, GA.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years in a Director-level role within an Aerospace manufacturing or MRO environments.
- Certifications in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CSCP, CPIM, or Six Sigma).
- Experience with international supply chains, global sourcing, and trade compliance.
- Strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, stakeholders, and leadership teams.
- In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements, particularly in the aerospace and defense industries.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Benefits that make life better:
- Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus Eligible
- Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
- Paid Time Off accrued starting on day one
- Bonus Opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training Opportunities
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StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.