Procurement Specialist: Aerospace Components

Company Overview

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly‑owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world’s most technologically‑advanced business jet aircraft.

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring sophisticated aerospace commodities, major components, assemblies, and service subsystems for Gulfstream aerospace programs.

• Executes purchase orders for parts and services for complex, high‑value components.
• Administers complex contracts and contract changes.
• Provides work direction to lower‑level procurement personnel.
• Participates in cross‑business unit commodity teams.
• Leads negotiations to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
• Interprets program and statement‑of‑work requirements.
• Partners closely with engineering, operations and program teams.
• Improves total cost, supplier performance, and supply continuity.
• Drives sourcing decisions influencing program success.
• Operates with broader decision‑making authority than a Buyer.
• Resolves procurement, delivery, receiving and payment issues, and initiates corrective action.
• Coordinates administration of all contract‑related documentation, reviews, negotiations, and changes.
• Supports make‑or‑buy reviews and decisions.
• Maintains close liaison with supporting departments.
• Ensures compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and other aerospace regulations.
• Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of Procurement Specialist I and II.
• Participates on cross‑site commodity teams as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field (equivalent education and experience will be considered).
• Four or more years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience.
• Master’s degree may offset two years of the experience requirement.
• Experience managing complex commodities, conducting competitive sourcing events, and negotiating supplier agreements.
• Demonstrated success developing sourcing strategies, driving cost savings, and improving supplier performance.
• Ability to interpret program requirements, evaluate make‑versus‑buy decisions, and manage contract changes.
• Strong business acumen with ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans.