Odyssey Information Services
Strategic Purchasing Leader
We are seeking an experienced Strategic Purchasing leader to define and drive overall commodity strategy, supplier development, and performance management. This role collaborates with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver on company goals, customer needs, and market opportunities while ensuring compliance with quality standards and contract obligations.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead a purchasing strategy that optimizes value, supports production, and drives aftermarket program success
Partner with executive and senior leadership to align supply chain with company objectives
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to the Purchasing team in commodity management and supplier development
Support proposal development, strategic planning, and budgeting initiatives
Lead cross-functional project teams with internal and external stakeholders
Drive SIOP/S&OP across multiple sites and business units
Champion change management and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field
10+ years supply chain experience in a complex, multinational manufacturing environment
10+ years people management experience in supply chain or related function
Strong change management and negotiation skills
Solid understanding of ERP systems
Preferred
MBA or Master’s in Engineering/Supply Chain
Aerospace experience, including mergers & acquisitions
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or TQM
Understanding of aerospace interior systems
Strategic leadership and ability to build consensus across the organization
Strong organizational savvy with proven ability to navigate complex environments
Demonstrated personal responsibility, accountability, and decision‑making skills
Skills & Abilities
Leadership of high‑performing teams with strong coaching and mentoring abilities
Excellent problem‑solving, influencing, and relationship‑building skills
Strong communication and executive presentation skills
Proficiency with ERP, project management, and business software tools
Willingness to travel up to 50% and work flexibly as needed
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Supply Chain
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Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead a purchasing strategy that optimizes value, supports production, and drives aftermarket program success
Partner with executive and senior leadership to align supply chain with company objectives
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to the Purchasing team in commodity management and supplier development
Support proposal development, strategic planning, and budgeting initiatives
Lead cross-functional project teams with internal and external stakeholders
Drive SIOP/S&OP across multiple sites and business units
Champion change management and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field
10+ years supply chain experience in a complex, multinational manufacturing environment
10+ years people management experience in supply chain or related function
Strong change management and negotiation skills
Solid understanding of ERP systems
Preferred
MBA or Master’s in Engineering/Supply Chain
Aerospace experience, including mergers & acquisitions
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or TQM
Understanding of aerospace interior systems
Strategic leadership and ability to build consensus across the organization
Strong organizational savvy with proven ability to navigate complex environments
Demonstrated personal responsibility, accountability, and decision‑making skills
Skills & Abilities
Leadership of high‑performing teams with strong coaching and mentoring abilities
Excellent problem‑solving, influencing, and relationship‑building skills
Strong communication and executive presentation skills
Proficiency with ERP, project management, and business software tools
Willingness to travel up to 50% and work flexibly as needed
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Supply Chain
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