Director of Procurement - Global Multi Site Material Spend (Full Relo)

Company: The Work In Me, LLC
Location: Rancho Cucamonga
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Our client, a leading manufacturer of aero engines and industrial gas turbine components, is a globally recognized public company with a remarkable 75-year history of growth and innovation. Renowned in the aerospace industry, it offers an exceptional company culture that fosters development and provides diverse opportunities. Forbes has honored it as one of the World's Best Employers, highlighting its commitment to excellence and inclusivity. Why consider joining our client? Publicly traded company on a path of continuous growth and recognized by Forbes as a top global employer Exceptional insurance coverage and 401 (k) matching program, effective upon hire. Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period Vibrant company culture and collaborative team environment Access to excellent training programs for professional development Free fitness center membership ?Global leadership role driving procurement strategy across 8 sites in 3 countries with direct impact on cost savings, supply chain performance, and long-term growth The Director of Procurement is responsible for the procurement and management of material spend to support the production of plants for various groups across 8 Locations in 3 countries. The position provides leadership in supply, cost, and cash flow and develops and implements the sourcing strategies for Raw Material, Machined Components, 3rd Party Outside Processing, MRO and associated Services, Lubricants, and Energy. The Director of Procurement will be involved in multiple areas of the business, including site support with critical materials, supplier management, and long-term agreements, as well as cost improvement activities. Primary Responsibilities: Provide Procurement Leadership across 8 sites in 3 countries. Align approach with leadership. Drive alignment and engagement with key customers and stakeholders in the business – Plant Managers, Operations/Facilities, and Commercial organization. Lead a matrix organization that is aligned by Plant Buyers and Category Managers across the group. Establish multi-year agreements across categories, including Raw Material, Outside Processing, and Indirect Materials, including MRO supplies. Manage diverse commodities, including elementals used in the production of nickel-based super alloys, finished alloy billets, titanium, and machined products. Establish and achieve material cost reduction targets, cash flow improvement, and supply improvements (on a year-over-year basis). Manage supply chain risk through intelligence and information gathering, analysis, and mitigating actions to eliminate risks, including cybersecurity, geopolitical, economic, and legislative/government policies. Support Site Procurement Teams and work directly with location leadership to ensure alignment of goals covering supply, product profitability, cash flow, plant projects, and production volumes. Achieve optimal inventories through the implementation and execution of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, additional consignment, consolidation of supply with logistics, and further supply consolidation with key MRO partners. Drive supplier operational performance through the implementation of KPIs for on-time delivery, quality, and inventory. Work with Finance and Sales on the development of the annual business plan, providing a forward projection of material spend, inflation, and cost savings in support of Revenue and Profit commitments. Work with Commercial Teams as needed to ensure that key supplier contracts, particularly raw materials and elementals, align with commercial programs as applicable and are aligned with the terms of the customer agreements. Ensure regular scorecard reviews are held with key suppliers. Communicate, collaborate, and present regularly to senior leadership the progress, status, and results of key areas of responsibility with the focus on continuous improvement. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering from an accredited Institution. Minimum 10 years of previous work experience in Procurement, with 5 years in a senior leadership position. Ability to travel up to 25% both locally, within the US, and globally. Weekend travel and work, and participation in conference calls and meetings during late-night/early morning hours may be required occasionally. Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. ?This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee Preferred Skills: Analytically oriented and able to effectively problem-solve and deliver on objectives. Demonstrated dependability and ability to work independently. Strong communication, collaboration, negotiating, and analytical skills. Flexible and able to work with all levels of the organization. Innovative, strategic thinker. Customer-oriented with strong business acumen.

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