Strategic Sourcing Lead, Aerospace & Automotive Supply Chains

# Strategic Sourcing Lead, Aerospace & Automotive Supply Chains

Atlas Fibre | Northbrook, IL

Pay: $125,000 – $150,000 annually | Full-Time | In-person

Is this you?

- Do you turn purchasing volume into competitive advantage?

- Can you architect supplier portfolios that hit cost, quality, and continuity targets—simultaneously?

- Are you energized by negotiating complex agreements and building incentive programs that move the needle?

- Do you thrive partnering with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality to keep production humming?

If yes, you’ll excel leading sourcing for advanced composites and thermoset materials that power Automotive, Aviation, and Aerospace programs.

What you’ll tackle

- Own the sourcing strategy—from category roadmaps to execution—with measurable, cross‑division cost savings.

- Curate, assess, and elevate a high‑reliability supply base aligned with strict quality standards.

- Leverage aggregate spend to secure pricing, terms, and SLAs that strengthen our position.

- Create supplier incentive frameworks that reward cost reduction, continuous improvement, and innovation.

- Lead end‑to‑end contract negotiations; draft, review, and execute agreements to meet legal, regulatory, and operational needs.

- Run KPI‑driven supplier reviews; identify risks early and activate contingency sourcing plans.

- Scout and qualify new suppliers to support growth, NPI, and risk diversification.

- Track commodity and market trends to inform forecasts and decisions.

What you bring

Required

- 3–5 years in strategic sourcing/procurement/supply chain within Automotive, Aviation, or Aerospace manufacturing.

- Demonstrated success using buying power and vendor incentive programs to achieve substantial cost reductions.

- Proven contract drafting, negotiation, and supplier agreement management experience.

- Standout negotiation, communication, and stakeholder influence skills.

- Procurement systems proficiency and advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred

- BS/BA in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related; MBA/advanced degree preferred.

- Expertise in supplier qualification, risk management, and performance frameworks.

- Spanish bilingual ability is a plus.

- Exposure to AS9100 or similar QMS.

- Familiarity with composites and thermosets.

Why Atlas Fibre

We operate at the forefront of materials technology, serving customers pushing the boundaries of transportation and space exploration. Your work will directly impact programs that demand uncompromising quality and reliability.

Compensation & benefits

- $125,000 – $150,000 per year

- Medical and dental insurance

- Company‑paid life insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Paid vacation and sick time

- Tuition reimbursement

- Career growth opportunities as we scale

Where you’ll work

Climate‑controlled manufacturing facility with state‑of‑the‑art CNC equipment. Expect periods of standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in a setting with noise and composite dust—PPE provided. Some flexibility for shift coverage may be required. You’ll contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace applications while helping drive technical improvements and team development.

Logistics

- Job Type: Full-time, In-person

- Must be able to commute to: Northbrook, IL 60062

Core proficiencies

- Supplier Management

- AS9100

- Shipping/Receiving

- Distribution Experience

- Vendor & Supplier Management

- Production Planning & Scheduling

- Inventory Management & Control

- Supply Chain Management

- Sourcing and Procurement Experience

- Supplier Negotiation Experience

Machines & technologies you’ll use

- CNC Swiss Lathe (Tsugami)

Equal Opportunity

Atlas Fibre is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Ready to lead?

Let’s talk. Bring your strategic sourcing expertise to a team building the materials that power the future.