Senior Specialist Procurement: Composites and Aircraft Systems

Senior Specialist Procurement:
Composites and Aircraft Systems

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people—and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Join a high-impact procurement team supporting systems and composites, including lighting, landing gear, hardware, and chemicals. In this senior-level role, you will lead complex sourcing initiatives, influence supplier strategy, and mentor procurement professionals while driving performance across critical aerospace programs.

• Lead complex procurement projects, including negotiations for high-value aerospace components, systems, and services
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost savings, performance, and supply continuity
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct bid analysis, and negotiate pricing, schedules, and contract terms
• Establish and manage long-term agreements (e.g., Master Orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements)
• Develop and manage supplier performance plans, including quality, delivery, and reliability metrics
• Identify and resolve supplier and internal performance issues through corrective action and cross-functional coordination
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on strategic commodities
• Lead, mentor, and support procurement team members to achieve departmental and program objectives
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to align procurement strategies with program goals
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ITAR, FAR/DFARS, and internal procurement policies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and apply Lean principles within procurement processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of procurement, supply chain, or related technical experience
• Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing high-value, complex, multi-year procurements
• Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and industry best practices
• Experience managing supplier performance and strategic supplier relationships
• Proven leadership ability with experience mentoring or guiding team members
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems preferred
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• A credit history check from a national credit bureau will be conducted for all candidates, including new hires and internal applicants
• This position requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• This position is on-site in Savannah, GA

Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, business administration or related field required or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Master's Degree preferred. 5 years procurement, supply chain or related technical experience.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Facilitate all procurement activity within assigned area of responsibility to create greatest possible strategic sourcing leverage and to provide highest possible level of support for Gulfstream internal customers .
• Request and review proposals, conduct bid evaluations, evaluate costs, negotiate prices, schedules and terms and conditions within management guidelines, prepare and administer purchase orders and/or long-term agreements such as Master Orders and Blanket Purchase Agreements and monitor each supplier's performance .
• Responsible for preparing annual supplier performance master plan including objectives and priorities for material management, quality, reliability and…