Drive Supplier Excellence in Aviation as a Transition/Sourcing Manager

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier leader in the aviation industry to hire a results-driven Transition/Sourcing Manager for an exciting long-term opportunity in Winston-Salem, NC. If you thrive in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and high-impact supply chain leadership, this is your chance to help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.

In this role, you will lead sourcing initiatives within the global castings commodity supply base, strengthen supplier performance, and execute strategies that improve quality, cost, delivery, and long-term operational success. Your leadership will directly influence supply chain efficiency and support the continued growth of a world-class aviation organization.

What You’ll Do

As a Transition/Sourcing Manager, you will play a key role in supplier strategy, sourcing execution, and commodity performance management. Responsibilities include:

• Champion supplier growth, capability development, and long-term performance across the castings supply base
• Execute supply chain strategies across multiple sites and business units
• Develop strategic sourcing plans for commodities and key suppliers
• Manage relationships with one or more strategic supplier accounts
• Lead the full sourcing lifecycle from RFQ through contract negotiation and signature
• Establish sourcing goals, service expectations, and supplier performance metrics
• Negotiate terms for procurement of direct materials and administer supplier contracts
• Analyze cost data, market trends, and pricing to determine fair and competitive value
• Evaluate suppliers based on quality, reliability, delivery performance, and pricing competitiveness
• Resolve escalated supplier and supply chain issues with urgency and professionalism
• Influence cross-functional teams regarding sourcing policies, procedures, and best practices
• Coach peers and contribute to a high-performing procurement team
• Travel up to 10% as needed to support suppliers and business operations

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain operations
• 3+ years of experience with data analysis, spreadsheets, and reporting tools
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with minimal oversight
• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in strategic sourcing or procurement
• Experience leading contract negotiations and supplier agreements
• APICS or ISM certification
• 5+ years of supply chain experience
• Background working with manufacturing, aerospace, or direct material sourcing environments

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top talent with career-defining opportunities in innovative industries. When you join us, you gain access to meaningful work, strong support, and exciting challenges.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive pay: $56.35 per hour
• Full-time consultant assignment for 24 months
• First shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Opportunity to work with a respected aviation industry leader
• High-visibility role with strategic business impact
• Collaborative and performance-driven culture
• Valuable experience in global sourcing and supplier leadership
• Professional growth and networking opportunities

Work Location

Winston-Salem, NC

Ready to Elevate Your Supply Chain Career?

If you are a strategic thinker with sourcing expertise and a passion for operational excellence, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Apply today and help power the future of aviation through smarter sourcing and stronger supplier partnerships.

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