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Job Title:

Strategic Sourcing Manager:

Reporting To:

Sr. Sourcing Manager

Work Schedule:

Hybrid – Buffalo, NY
Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead high‑impact sourcing initiatives across our global supply chain. In this role, you will own the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies, drive long‑term supplier partnerships, negotiate complex agreements, and influence stakeholders at all levels to deliver strong business results.

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will:

• Develop and lead multi‑category strategic sourcing plans aligned with business and supply chain objectives.

• Execute the full strategic sourcing lifecycle, including strategy development, supplier identification and evaluation, spend and market analysis, and negotiation of long‑term agreements covering pricing, terms and conditions, delivery schedules, and quality standards.

• Influence cross‑functional stakeholders and facilitate supplier engagement sessions to align requirements, mitigate risks, and drive measurable outcomes.

• Conduct global market research to identify competitive, capable, and sustainable suppliers that enhance business value and support diversity initiatives.

• Run RFQs and assess supplier capabilities, risk, cost structure, and service models with a focus on total cost of ownership.

• Develop supply channels, KPIs, and improvement initiatives that strengthen TCO, support continuous improvement, foster innovation, and reduce supply chain risk.

• Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships that enhance capability, cost competitiveness, and long‑term business advantage.

• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, audits, and corrective actions while ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and contractual obligations.

• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership, including performance trends and opportunities to strengthen the supply chain.

To be considered for this role, here’s what you’ll typically bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

• More than seven years of progressive experience in manufacturing or a related industry.

• Strong negotiation skills and working knowledge of procurement and contractual law.

• Excellent understanding of contractual requirements, business systems, and supply chain processes.

It'd be great, if you had:

• Professional certifications in Purchasing or Supply Chain.

• Master’s degree in Business or a related field.

How we care for you:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.

• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered

Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $95,000.00–$130,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

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