Senior Subcontract Lead

Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense

Job Category: Materials Management - Supply Chain

Moog's Military Aircraft Group is seeking a Senior Subcontract Lead to manage assigned suppliers and drive performance across inventory, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. In this role, you will own supplier relationships from end to end, working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure supply continuity, resolve performance issues, and support the needs of manufacturing operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional who enjoys supplier management, problem solving, negotiation, and driving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

To be considered for the Senior Subcontract Lead role, here s what you ll need to bring with you:

• A bachelor s degree, preferred in the fields of engineering, supply chain, or business.
• Greater than 7 years of progressive experience in the industry of manufacturing or engineering in either purchasing, supply chain, program management, manufacturing, engineering, or quality roles.
• Experience in managing and developing supplier/customer relationships and procurement processes.
• Experience with performing Lean/Six Sigma problem-solving analysis.

* Industry and Discipline Certifications (APICS, CPM, PMP) preferred

As a Senior Subcontract Lead, you will:

• Own end-to-end supplier management and development for assigned suppliers to ensure achievement of business requirements, including delivery, quality, inventory, and continuity of supply.
• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships between the company and assigned suppliers, including leading supplier business reviews and supporting strategic communication with senior leaders at both the company and supplier organizations.
• Manage ongoing supplier execution and procurement activity, including the conversion of demand signals into compliant purchase orders in accordance with FAR/DFARS requirements and the company's systems and processes.
• Lead cross-functional coordination with Manufacturing, Assembly & Test, Planning, and other internal teams to align buffer strategies, forecast validation, and procurement methods.
• Evaluate supplier performance and mitigate risk by identifying performance issues, leading problem-solving activities, and driving supplier recovery and improvement plans.
• Drive continuous supplier improvement by leading cross-functional teams and supporting structured improvement initiatives across quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance.
• Support supplier selection, negotiations, and supplier development activities, providing recommendations that align with business and supply chain objectives.
• Act with urgency and proactively address operational issues to ensure continuity of supply from assigned suppliers.
• Collaborate across functions, geographic regions, and cultures to influence decisions and achieve global end-to-end supply chain performance objectives. Work effectively with teams across different time zones and maintain flexibility in working hours when required.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers to align expectations, resolve issues, and support business objectives.
• Approximately 20% travel may be required to visit company sites or suppliers.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ( EAP ) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $85,000.00 $125,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the company's salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of the company's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $85,000 to $125,000

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Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

Candidate Details

7+ to 10 years experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally