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Sr. Analyst Procurement

Job in Wood Dale, DuPage County, Illinois, 60399, USA
Listing for: AAR
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Systems/ Tech Analyst, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Analyst, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Senior Procurement Analyst will support and execute data-driven sourcing strategies for consumable and expendable (C&E) materials, rotable and repair components for different business groups within the company. This role sits at the intersection of sourcing, analytics, and supply planning leveraging supplier data, forecasting outputs, and inventory planning concepts to inform sourcing decisions.

The ideal candidate has prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience and is comfortable working with spend management software such as Coupa, SAP Ariba and Zycus, forecasting tools, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI and Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What you will be responsible for:
  • Own direct strategic sourcing for MRO materials and repair services, translating forecast demand and supply plans into multi-year sourcing strategies rather than transactional buying.
  • Lead and support RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations, ensuring alignment with cost targets, capacity constraints, quality requirements and contractual terms.
  • Evaluate sourcing options using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lens cost, lead time, MOQ, validity to support informed supplier selection decisions.
  • Interpret outputs from internal forecasting tools and historical demand data to inform direct sourcing strategies, supplier capacity discussions and volume-based or long-term agreements.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of time-series concepts such as trend, seasonality, variability and forecast error.
  • Apply a practical understanding of supply chain planning concepts safety stock, reorder point (ROP), lead time variability, and service levels - to evaluate sourcing options and understand their implications for cost, availability, and supplier strategy.
  • Use SQL to extract and analyze spend, demand, pricing, lead time, and supplier performance data from ERP and planning systems.
  • Use Python for data analysis, automation, and modeling related to pricing trends, demand variability, and sourcing scenarios.
  • Develop and maintain BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to track KPIs including cost savings, supplier OTD, contract coverage, pricing compliance and contract performance.
  • Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for sourcing and operations leadership.
  • Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, turnaround, and capacity commitments.
  • Identify risks related to forecast volatility, long lead times, single-source suppliers, and constrained repair capacity.
  • Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align sourcing with operational and customer requirements.
  • Assist with contract reviews, pricing agreements, and service-level terms informed by forecasted volumes.
  • Ensure sourcing activities comply with FAA, EASA, AS9110, and internal quality standards.
  • Maintain sourcing documentation to support audits and customer requirements.
  • Adhere to ethical sourcing and procurement policies.
What you need to be successful in this role:
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields.
  • 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain roles.
  • Prior hands-on sourcing experience is required (RFPs, supplier negotiations, supplier selection).
  • Working knowledge of forecasting concepts and supply chain planning fundamentals (e.g. safety stock, ROP, EOQ, lead time variability and service levels).
  • Experience using spend management software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, Zycus).
  • Experience using or supporting demand planning/forecasting and inventory planning tools
  • Experience using BI tools (Domo, Power BI, Tableau)
  • Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
  • Working proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation.
Preferred:
  • Master's degree preferred. Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace aftermarket, or similarly regulated environments.
  • Familiarity with MRO ERP and Planning Systems (AMOS, Ramco, Trax, SAP, Oracle).
  • Familiarity with FAA, EASA and AS9110 quality requirements.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
  • Competitive salary and bonus package
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off program
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

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