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Lead Commodity Buyer

STENAHCM20
Middle River, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/3/2025

Who WE are and where WE are going :

At MRA Systems, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

As the Lead Commodity Buyer on the Actuation & Accessories purchasing team, your role is to manage dedicated suppliers to achieve the best contractual conditions, pricing, quality, terms & delivery, while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. In this role, you will manage the entire supplier relationship, from RFP through contract award and fulfillment execution.

What YOU will do

  • Manage the entire life cycle of the supplier relationship which include the following; bidder list development, RFQ, bid analysis, down select, negotiations, Deal Review preparation & presentation, Contract award, bid process documentation, PO release and Fulfillment.
  • Manage supplier OTD & Quality metrics
  • Status delivery & commitments
  • Drive MRB documentation between the supplier and internal parties
  • Drive supplier recovery planning & execution as necessary
  • Define, present & administer supplier strategy to ensure best overall value is obtained, including consistent delivery to schedule & quality requirements
  • Manage and lead claim negotiations and special projects as required
  • Monitor engineering change activity & lead detail overlap process with supplier(s)
  • Communicate and coordinate activities as required with cross-functional groups including; Planning, Engineering, Quality, Programs, Finance, Legal & Manufacturing
  • Assist in the continuous development of the Procurement function towards best practices
  • Advise functional managers regarding approaches, processes and procedures within supply base
  • Assist in onboarding of new employees including training and mentorship

What YOU must bring to Succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business with minimum of 5 years of strategic sourcing experience including RFP’s, supplier selection, contract negotiations & management, etc. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree the candidate must posses a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business.
  • Understanding of general procurement and subcontract execution, manufacturing and purchasing workflows
  • Desired Characteristics

  • Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering and / or technical discipline
  • Experienced in procuring source controlled hardware; valves, tubing, ducting, wiring harnesses, etc.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Critical self-thinker and strong problem-solving skills & ability to operate independently
  • Willingness to travel
  • Direct experience interfacing with executive leadership
  • Strong Excel skills and other Microsoft Office tools
  • Familiar with ERP systems (SAP desired) and SRM’s preferred
  • Effective leadership skills
  • Aerospace industry experience
  • At ST Engineering, we offer  great rewards ,  competitive pay ,  career advancement  and  growth opportunities .

    Estimate salary range for this role :  $88,200 to $127,300 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education / training / certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

    ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits :

    As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
  • Health Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
  • Immediate 401k vesting
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)
  • Employment Notice : Background and Drug Screening Requirements

    As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

    It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

    ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at .

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