[Hiring] Strategic Procurement Specialist @Otto Aviation
Apr 14, 2025 - Otto Aviation is hiring a remote Strategic Procurement Specialist. 💸 Salary: unspecified. 📍Location: USA.
About Otto Aviation
OTTO is developing the world’s first fifth-generation business jet, designed for sustainability through the innovative use of advanced super-laminar aerodynamics and high-precision, net-shaped composites. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate a dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Otto Aviation is designing world-class aircraft from first principles physics and delivering ground-breaking aircraft and economic performance.
Role Overview
Otto Aviation is seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist to join Otto Aviation’s Supply Chain team. This role will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services necessary for various projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of the aerospace industry, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in procurement within the aerospace sector and possess exceptional analytical and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies specific to the business needs, considering factors such as technological advancements, regulatory requirements, and market trends.
- Conduct extensive market research to identify aerospace suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and assess their compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as engineering, production, and quality assurance teams, to align procurement strategies with the organization's projects and goals.
- Identify and qualify aerospace suppliers based on stringent criteria, including quality, reliability, certification compliance (such as AS9100), capacity, financial health, and reputation.
- Negotiate contracts and establish favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, promoting open communication, addressing performance issues, and fostering continuous improvement.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through metrics, scorecards, and regular performance reviews.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through effective negotiation, volume discounts, value engineering, and alternative sourcing strategies.
- Analyze pricing trends, market fluctuations, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions and mitigate cost risks.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with aerospace suppliers, ensuring compliance with industry-specific requirements and regulations (e.g., International Traffic in Arms Regulations - ITAR).Monitor contract performance, resolve disputes, and manage contract renewals and terminations.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, including contingency plans, dual-sourcing strategies, and supplier qualification processes.
- Monitor supplier financial stability, technology roadmap, and adherence to industry certifications and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, such as aerospace Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Finance, and Quality Assurance personnel, to understand their specific aerospace procurement needs and requirements.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery, quality metrics (defect rates, reject rates), and supplier performance.
- Ensure strict compliance with aerospace industry regulations, standards, and certifications, such as AS9100, ITAR, and NADCAP.
- Maintain a strong ethical approach to procurement, promoting fairness, transparency, and integrity in all aerospace procurement activities.
Other Requirements
- Ability to travel, approximately 15-25% travel, domestic and internationally.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- 10+ years proven procurement and supplier management experience in the aerospace industry or closely related field, with in-depth knowledge of aerospace materials, components, and systems.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
- Proficiency in using procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft office suite
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop junior team members.
Interpersonal Skills
- Active Listening: Practice to gain insight and truly understand all project stakeholders.
- Critical Thinking: Make prompt, informed and value-based decisions for the project.
- Organization: Focus on agenda, schedules, frameworks, and methodologies, as well as communicating tasks, updates, progress, and blockers.
- Problem Solving: Assess issues from different vantage points and formulate the best solution in addressing specific challenges.
- Self-Motivation: Exude highest level of commitment and motivation to see it through from start to finish.
- Teamwork and Team Building: Establish a collaborative culture where people with unique personalities and skills happily work together and accountable to shared goal.
- Strong Business Communication: Use the right language, tone and storytelling techniques when communicating, describing, or explaining issues over email, chat, reports, presentations and other forms and channels of communication.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand on feet and walk around for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to sit at desk for prolonged periods of time and work on computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
Otto Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”
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