Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing – Supplier Management

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Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing at Collins Aerospace, managing critical supplier relationships and leading strategic initiatives. Responsible for developing supply chain plans and negotiating contracts.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeWindsor Locks • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $157,200 - $298,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, and Contract Management, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management and compliance within highly regulated industries. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive large-scale supply chain initiatives aligned with organizational strategy.

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Supply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingContract ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementMRO Experience

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementStrategic SourcingContract ManagementSupplier ManagementProcurementNegotiationComplianceOperations ManagementAftermarket ExperienceFootprint Optimization

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationEngagement

Tools & Technologies

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPMCPIM

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseManufacturingMROSustainment Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish key elements of the Supply Chain plan, in terms of operations, specific initiatives, financial objectives and timelines, in line with organizational strategy
Lead a team of Strategic Sourcing and Key Account Managers who are responsible for supporting critical suppliers and programs
Lead, engage and collaborate with other functions and channel partners, including suppliers, intermediaries, third party service providers, and customers in support of strategic goals
Develop and manage implementation of large-scale supply chain management related to new systems, programs and processes in support of Supply Chain strategy
Manage Key Supplier accounts ensuring strong working relationships, escalation of critical issues and exploration of new business opportunities
Serve as the key escalation point for critical performance, contractual and commercial issues
Work with the Aftermarket Program Management team to develop supplier aftermarket support agreement templates covering all customer requirements
Negotiate supplier contracts supporting Collins Power and Controls aftermarket objectives and Collins overall supply chain management strategy
Support MRO sites contractual needs when requested
Enforce all contractual obligations assuring supplier compliance and exercising rights to remedies
Manage adherence to import, export, and excise regulation as per compliance
Maintain the interaction between specific Value Streams and Functional stakeholders and the supply base
Act as a voting member of the Executive Sourcing Board and for New Product Introduction sourcing
Drive Entry into Service activities with select suppliers on new programs working closely with cross-functional teams on key deliverables
Manage elements of MRO make to buy transitions for Power & Controls sites in support of footprint optimization and/or product rationalization initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience
An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
Ability to travel as required for the role - anticipated at 25% to include international travel
Supply Chain management, Operations and/or aftermarket experience
Experience leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement, or supply chain teams within the aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries
Experience in Contract management inclusive of drafting agreements, negotiating contracts and approval processes
Experience managing executive-level supplier relationships and resolving critical supplier performance, contractual, or commercial issues
Knowledge of aerospace aftermarket, MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul), or sustainment operations
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system experience
CPM/CPIM education or experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!