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Manager, Procurement & Sourcing

Anduril· Manufacturing : Aerostructures Production : Aerostructures Production
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Morrisville, NC$113k - $149kFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Lead end-to-end procurement operations and product sourcing engineering, managing a team of Buyers, Sourcing Engineers, and Subcontract Managers. Own supply chain needs across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, and Facilities; develop and execute sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity, cost optimization, and quality at scale.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of supply chain professionals including Buyers, Sourcing Engineers, and Subcontract Managers.
  • Provide hands-on training, coaching, and mentorship to build team capability and expertise.
  • Hire world-class talent to support the rapid expansion of the team.
  • Drive organizational consistency and expectations through key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business goals, targeting supply continuity, quality, efficiency, and cost optimization at scale.
  • Negotiate complex commercial terms and Master Supply Agreements (MSAs) to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; analyze supplier data and identify opportunities to expand or consolidate the Approved Supplier List (ASL).
  • Proactively identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, including disruptions and changes in market conditions.
  • Lead cross-functional projects to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, Finance, and Manufacturing.
  • Support engineering and manufacturing requirements and program timelines for development and production products.
  • Collaborate with supply chain experts across the company to develop and execute supply chain best practices.
  • Identify and execute cost reduction projects and process improvements to enhance efficiency and overall supply chain performance.
  • Own procurement process cradle-to-grave: purchase order placement, supplier management, and resolution of downstream issues with receiving, finance, and accounting.
  • Maintain procurement-related master data in the ERP system and support required annual audits.
  • Monitor KPIs, analyze data, and provide regular reports to leadership on supply chain performance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field.
  • 5+ years of supply chain experience in progressive roles within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a focus on complex mechanical and/or electrical assembly.
  • 2+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial position.
  • Experience with technical procurement, including the ability to read drawings and blueprints.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Familiarity with leading ERP systems.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. TS security clearance.

Skills

Required:Team leadershipStrategic sourcingNegotiation (MSAs)Supplier relationship managementProcurement operationsERP systemsReading drawings/blueprints
Last updated Oct 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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