Senior Manager of Procurement
This position is pending contract award. The anticipated start date is on October 1, 2026
The Senior Procurement Manager oversees all purchasing, sourcing, evaluation, and repair related procurement functions in support of the FSN IERW aviation training mission. The role ensures compliant acquisition of aviation and non‑aviation materials, equipment, and services while maintaining strict adherence to airworthiness standards, OEM certification requirements, and U.S. Government procurement regulations. This position is responsible for securing best‑value solutions for the Government, sustaining vendor performance, and ensuring all procured items meet contractual, regulatory, and operational requirements.
What you will be responsible for\:
Execute all purchasing, sourcing, evaluation, and repair related procurement functions for aviation and non‑aviation materials, equipment, and services.
Source and procure OEM or OEM approved/certified aviation parts and materials that meet airworthiness criteria and required documentation standards (e.g., 8130, CoC, traceability).
Obtain best value pricing for the Government through competitive bids, volume discounts, and strategic vendor agreements.
Evaluate total cost to the Government—including delivery, warranty, lifecycle cost, sustainment impact, and long-term value—when selecting vendors.
Conduct market research, price analysis, and competitive evaluations to ensure compliant and cost-effective procurement decisions.
Create and manage the Sourcing and Procurement Plan, coordinating with country managers and logistics supervisors to ensure successful execution.
Lead, train, mentor, and supervise Buyers, including workload planning, performance reviews, audit preparation, and corrective guidance.
Review requisitions, purchase orders, vouchers, and specifications for accuracy, compliance, and conformance with established policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, including negotiating teaming/pricing agreements and monitoring vendor performance.
Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and recommend best value vendors to management.
Support legal and program leadership as a subject matter expert during Terms and Conditions reviews.
Maintain complete, accurate, and audit ready procurement records, ensuring compliance with FSN contract requirements and Government procurement standards.
Coordinate procurement requirements across programs, track supplier pricing trends, manage backlog and rejected materials, and ensure timely fulfillment of all orders.
All other duties as assigned.