Job description:

Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst

US$95,000 US$115,000 per year plus bonus and excellent benefits package

Avon, MA or Wallingford, CT Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

You must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for this role.

Key Requirements

• Lead sourcing for defined raw material categories own contracting strategy, negotiate pricing, secure supply, manage working capital, and deliver cost savings
• Partner with internal Category Managers and Aerospace S&T teams to support new product development, formulation resilience, and dual-sourcing strategies
• Act as escalation point for supplier-related production issues, supporting plant operations and resolving bottlenecks
• Identify and qualify alternative suppliers to reduce risk and improve agility
• Champion cross-functional collaboration between Procurement, R&D, Operations, and Quality

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver sourcing value across regional and global Aerospace business units
• Interface between category strategy, R&D collaboration, and formulation support
• Develop and execute strategies to address single-source vulnerabilities, working towards dual-sourcing and flexibility
• Serve as a liaison between S&T, Procurement, and Operations to proactively manage material supply and cost
• Monitor and report on key KPIs including price movement, lead times, and supplier performance

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 2 years experience in Aerospace coatings procurement preferred
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

OverviewWe are seeking a high-impact Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst to support a leading global Aerospace division. This hybrid role spans category management, collaboration with Science & Technology (R&D), and proactive resolution of raw material availability issues. Youll contribute across regional and global platforms, with a focus on supply continuity, cost efficiency, and innovation readiness. The position may be based in Avon, MA or Wallingford, CT.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 95000

Salary Max : $ 115000

Currency Type : USD