Imagine a sudden shock to the metal market or a geopolitical event threatens a critical supplier. As the Precision Components Sourcing and Supply Risk Manager at Alinabal, you anticipate, prepare, and execute—protecting production, quality, and customer commitments in aerospace, defense, and other regulated sectors.
Lead the end‑to‑end strategy for supplier selection, development, and performance management while orchestrating procurement execution that keeps programs on time and within budget.
- Craft multi‑year sourcing strategies that unlock value, reduce exposure, and drive supplier performance.
- Develop a balanced global supply base for high‑precision components; qualify and manage suppliers through KPI‑driven reviews covering quality, cost, delivery, and utilization.
- Secure capacity and performance through well‑structured, long‑term agreements.
- Align procurement plans with factory schedules, customer requirements, and inventory targets; streamline flow using ERP/MRP and e‑procurement.
- Advance cost optimization via value engineering, supplier rationalization, and alternate‑source qualification.
- Oversee supplier quality programs; cut nonconformances; institutionalize consistent quality practices across the chain.
- Ensure compliance with ITAR, FAR, and DFARS; collaborate with Legal and Compliance on contract language.
- Design and execute risk mitigation strategies for supply disruptions and geopolitical dynamics; monitor metal market pricing and cost structures.
- Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline; Master’s preferred.
- 8–10 years in manufacturing with 5+ years managing international suppliers.
- Demonstrated success in strategic procurement, supplier quality leadership, and regulatory compliance.
- Deep understanding of precision manufacturing and quality standards.
- Project management strength; advanced negotiation, problem solving, and data analysis.
- Hands‑on fluency with ERP/MRP and e‑procurement systems.
- Exceptional communicator; able to influence across functions and levels.
- Domestic and international travel as needed.
- Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Regular computer use and review of technical documentation requiring visual acuity.
- Periodic domestic and international flights.
- Moderate ambient noise typical of office and manufacturing support areas; PPE may be required in select areas.
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Fast pace, high stakes, real outcomes. If shaping a resilient supply base and elevating supplier performance energizes you, bring your expertise to Alinabal and help define what great looks like.
Alinabal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
