Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is a senior individual contributor responsible for developing and executing enterprise-level sourcing strategies, structuring complex supplier agreements, and driving long-term value through disciplined contract frameworks. This role serves as the primary architect of supplier engagement modelsleading the creation and negotiation of Statements of Work (SOWs), Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), and Master Service Agreements (MSAs) that define performance, pricing, and operational expectations across critical supply chain categories.

Operating at the intersection of commercial strategy, technical requirements, and supplier capability, this role partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and executive leadership to align sourcing strategies with business objectives, enhance supplier capabilities, and streamline the supply base. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is accountable for shaping supplier relationships that deliver sustained cost efficiency, performance reliability, and long-term operational readiness across the enterprise.

Proven ability to structure supplier relationships that drive measurable improvements in cost, performance, and reliability.

Strong understanding of aerospace supply chains, repair environments, and regulatory requirements (FAA/EASA).

Experience managing supplier performance through KPIs, SLAs, and formal business review processes.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite.

Education: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, operations, or other is required. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Seasoned commercial awareness.

Experience interacting with and counseling senior business leaders.

Demonstrated ERP/MRP Proficiency through managing vendor records and running reports to evaluate and demand drivers and spend.

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some physical abilities may be required.

At Metrea, our single core value, Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributesEntrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over-Deliver. These form what we call our Teammate Firmware. Just like technical firmware connects software and hardware, our Firmware is the constant interface between our mission and our people. It defines how we show up, how we work together, and how we solve complex problems.

Our team Firmware creates a web-like, hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical way of working that helps us adapt quickly, communicate openly, and distribute decision-making to where expertise actually lives. It enables groups to self-organize around hard problems, shift fluidly as priorities evolve, and operate with the trust, curiosity, and discipline required in a complex mission space. This foundation allows us to deliver elegant, effective solutions and uphold our purpose: protecting our precious inheritance.

Comprehensive medical plan options HSA/FSA accounts

Dental and vision coverage

6% employer 401(k) match

Fully paid parental leave for all new parents Generous PTO

Life and disability insurance

Long-term and Short-term disability coverage AD&D Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

This is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.

Tampa FL

This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Up to 30% Travel as required