Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager

Description Position Summary AGSE Tooling is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Manager to lead our worldwide sourcing and procurement strategy while managing key supplier relationships across North America, Europe, Asia, and other international markets. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, managing procurement operations, mitigating supply chain risk, and leading a growing procurement team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of strategic thinking, supplier management expertise, and leadership experience within a manufacturing or aerospace environment. You will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Logistics, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure AGSE maintains a reliable, cost-effective, and scalable global supply chain capable of supporting our continued growth. Why Work Here Lead and influence AGSE's global sourcing and supplier strategy Build and develop a high-performing procurement team Work directly with executive leadership on business-critical supply chain initiatives Manage international supplier relationships and global sourcing programs Opportunity to drive significant cost savings and operational improvements Exposure to aerospace tooling, ground support equipment, and highly engineered products Join a growing company where your decisions have a direct impact on business performance Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and career growth opportunities Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Develop and execute global sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives Identify, qualify, and develop suppliers across multiple international regions Negotiate pricing, lead times, contracts, and long-term supply agreements Build strategic supplier partnerships while driving cost reduction initiatives Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action programs Develop dual-source and contingency sourcing strategies to reduce supply chain risk Procurement Leadership Lead and develop the procurement team while establishing best practices and performance expectations Oversee purchasing activities and supplier management processes Support procurement forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier capacity planning Ensure compliance with procurement policies and quality requirements Utilize ERP and procurement analytics tools to improve efficiency and reporting Global Supply Chain Strategy Monitor market conditions, tariffs, geopolitical impacts, and supply chain risks Develop mitigation plans to minimize disruptions and maintain supply continuity Support new product introductions, supplier transitions, and business growth initiatives Partner with Logistics and Operations teams to improve supplier delivery performance Lead supplier audits, business reviews, and international site visits as needed Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Logistics, Finance, and Sales teams to support customer requirements Support sourcing activities for machined components, fabricated assemblies, electromechanical products, and indirect spend categories Assist with technical supplier evaluations and manufacturing capability assessments Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain organization Requirements Required Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field Minimum 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management Minimum 4 years of experience leading purchasing, sourcing, or procurement teams Experience managing international supplier networks and global sourcing initiatives Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier development skills Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material (BOMs) Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams Ability to travel internationally up to four weeks annually Preferred Aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, industrial equipment, or engineered products experience Experience sourcing machined, fabricated, welded, and electromechanical components Knowledge of international trade compliance, Incoterms, tariffs, and global logistics Experience with supplier audits and quality management systems Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field APICS, CPSM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certification What Success Looks Like Strong supplier relationships that support quality, delivery, and cost objectives Successful execution of sourcing strategies that reduce risk and improve supply continuity Measurable cost savings and procurement performance improvements High-performing procurement team with clear accountability and development plans Improved supplier performance metrics and delivery reliability Effective management of global supply chain risks and disruptions Strong collaboration across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Logistics teams Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 Bonus: Up to 20% discretionary annual bonus Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Tuition reimbursement Referral program Career development opportunities Compensation is based on experience, education, and qualifications. Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 annually Work Environment This role is on-site in Cincinnati, Ohio 45215. Occasional domestic and international travel is required to support supplier audits, business reviews, sourcing initiatives, and strategic supplier development activities. This role deals with international customers and vendors, and off hours may be required at times. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advanced-Ground-Systems-Engineering