Strategic Sourcing Lead – Aerospace & Defense ​/ FAR ​/ DFARS

Strategic Sourcing Lead

Aerospace & Defense | FAR | DFARS

On-site in El Segundo, CA

Target salary range: $121,550 - $

We are hiring a Senior Strategic Sourcing Lead in El Segundo, CA, to lead strategic sourcing, supplier development, and supplier performance initiatives supporting aerospace and defense programs. This on-site role requires experience with FAR/DFARS, CPSR-compliant procurement, supplier agreements, multi-commodity sourcing, cost reduction, supply chain risk mitigation, and strategic supplier management.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing and supplier development initiatives to achieve cost, quality, delivery, compliance, and production targets.
• Develop sourcing strategies that support production ramp-up, increased production rates, program requirements, and enterprise goals.
• Manage multiple commodity categories, including mechanical components, electronics, and raw materials, while identifying and developing new sources of supply.
• Build cross-functional relationships with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Operations, Global Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to identify and engage critical suppliers.
• Develop and implement supplier agreements, including Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), Teaming Agreements (TAs), and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs).
• Establish supplier relationship frameworks that support long-term performance, availability, cost, and supply continuity objectives.
• Support make/buy decisions, sourcing requirements, and supply chain risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee key and critical supplier relationships to ensure compliance with program requirements and company policies.
• Ensure supplier agreements and procurement activities comply with FAR, DFARS, and Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) requirements.
• Develop supplier plans and timelines addressing risk, performance, availability, cost, and value proposition targets.
• Lead supplier strategy, identification, categorization, development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive supplier innovation, cost reductions, shorter lead times, and achievement of negotiated cost targets.
• Manage supplier escalations and develop recovery plans for schedule, delivery, quality, and performance issues.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and business reviews and lead supplier performance improvement initiatives.
• Support internal, AS9100, and CPSR audit readiness activities.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, with a final clearance required post-start.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of sourcing experience, including 3+ years in a supplier development role.
• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), supplier agreements, and CPSR-compliant procurement practices.
• Experience developing and executing strategic sourcing and supplier management strategies.
• Experience managing multiple commodities and supplier bases in an aerospace or defense environment.
• Experience supporting supplier performance, cost, quality, delivery, sourcing, and supply chain risk mitigation activities.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in El Segundo, CA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Experience negotiating supplier pricing, terms, agreements, and delivery requirements.
• Demonstrated success implementing strategic sourcing and supplier development programs.
• APICS/ASCM or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience presenting sourcing strategies and technical information to senior leadership and stakeholders across multiple organizational levels.
• Advanced negotiation and analytical skills with experience influencing supplier and organizational decisions.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have achieved our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.