Aircraft Interior Sourcing Specialist

Waukegan, ILfull time

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$75k–$85k

H1B: no

Astronicscorporation The Aircraft Interior Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, qualifying, and procuring parts and materials to support interior aircraft modification programs. This role develops supply strategies, negotiates contracts, and manages obsolescence while coordinating with multiple departments to ensure cost-effective and compliant material availability.

Responsibilities

Evaluate sourcing procedures for interior modification materials and present improvement strategies
Develop and execute supply base and supply chain strategies for interior components
Prepare bid analyses and recommend suppliers based on technology, certification capability, lead time, cost, and quality
Conduct market research on cabin/interior component suppliers and emerging technologies
Lead or support obsolescence management for interior components
Assist Engineering during new design and change activities to ensure component availability and compliance
Negotiate strategic agreements with key suppliers

Qualification

To perform this job successfullyEducation and/or ExperienceExperience with Epicor

Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or minimum of five years procurement experience
Minimum of five years experience with MRP or ERP systems
Experience sourcing Airbus and Boeing interior cabin components