Description:
Pilatus is hiring a Strategic Procurement Manager to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining supplier performance in accordance with agreed contractual terms and real-time business needs. Pilatus is a global company based in Switzerland with a worldwide supplier base and this position is focused on the suppliers located in North America. This position is onsite at our offices in Broomfield, CO and acts as a local supplier liaison for the worldwide Pilatus Group. The primary focus is resolution of issues that require face-to-face onsite presence, on short notice and over an extended period of time. A successful person in this role will be forward-thinking and able to recommend and implement strategies for improving supplier performance and meeting production and customer support requirements. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd!

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum B.S. in Supply Chain Management or equivalent; graduate degree is an advantage
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a supply chain and/or strategic procurement role; aircraft industry experience is an advantage
• Experience with business intelligence tools and supply chain analytics
• Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice
• Ability to develop relationships and interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders across varied business areas
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to find creative resolutions to conflict
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of standard procurement contract terms and conditions
• Experience with ERP/MRP software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Assists with proactive and successful management of assigned suppliers within the North American supplier portfolio:

• Holds suppliers accountable to contractual obligations, commitments, and Key Performance Indicators/Measures
• Performs supplier risk analysis and monitors compliance with applicable regulations
• Supports cost reduction efforts within the supply chain
• Communicates proactively with all Pilatus supply chain stakeholders
• Escalates issues when needed according to roles and responsibilities
• Negotiates pricing and contractual terms with favorable results for the company
• Travels on short notice for in-person support as required

Support ongoing supplier management tasks:

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers and the procurement team in Switzerland
• Collaborates with internal departments and stakeholders, including leading projects and meetings
• Supports tracking of supply chain KPIs
• Supports implementation of the overall global supply chain strategy
• Works professionally in accordance with existing procurement procedures
• Participates actively in the improvement of procurement processes and management of cross-divisional projects
• Participates in special projects as required
• Acts as liaison for procurement activities in European and North American Pilatus offices

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