Description:
Pilatus is hiring a Team Leader Procurement to join our offices in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of Procurement Managers to ensure supplier performance aligns with contractual terms and real-time business needs. You will oversee procurement operations in the US and are responsible for supply continuity for the Pilatus Group worldwide from US-based suppliers. This responsibility includes procurement of aircraft components for new and in-service aircraft, as well as procurement of MRO services for in-service components. A successful person in this position will be a proactive, strategic leader with a strong background in procurement and supply chain management. Take your career to the next level by joining Pilatus Business Aircraft!

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent; graduate degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or strategic sourcing, with at least 4 years in a leadership role; aerospace industry experience preferred
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex supplier agreements
• Experience with business intelligence tools and supply chain analytics to drive data-driven decisions
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate supply chain risks with strategic foresight
• Proficiency with procurement and supply chain management software
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders across diverse business functions
• Knowledge of standard procurement contract terms and conditions, including ITAR compliance requirements and aircraft component certification
• Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed
• Must qualify as a U.S. person in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120.62

• Leads, mentors, and develops a team of Procurement Managers, ensuring alignment with company goals and procurement best practices
• Oversees the management of supplier performance across North America, holding suppliers accountable to contractual obligations and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Develops and implements procurement strategies to enhance supplier performance, mitigates risks, supports cost reduction initiatives, and ensures supply continuity
• Serves as an escalation point for supplier issues, facilitating swift resolution and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Fosters cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders, including supply chain, engineering, finance, and operations teams, to ensure procurement goals are met for the Pilatus Group
• Negotiates high-value supplier agreements, ensuring favorable pricing, contract terms, and strategic partnerships
• Monitors and analyzes supply chain risks, implementing proactive measures to minimize disruptions
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and company policies across all procurement activities
• Supports the implementation of global procurement strategies, aligning regional supplier management with corporate objectives
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes, utilizing business intelligence tools and analytics to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Represents procurement in executive meetings and provides strategic input on supply chain initiatives
• Travels as required, both domestically and internationally, to manage supplier relationships and addresses critical supply chain matters
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