The hands-on and strategic Senior Director of Purchasing is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for managing and optimizing global supply chain operations, sourcing strategies, and all day-to-day purchasing activities in support of supply chain and operations requirements for the ground support business unit, which includes global manufacturing sites in the USA, Portugal, and Thailand, and other potential new sites as may be developed. Additionally, the role oversees performance and oversight of our global supply chain partners. This role oversees procurement, production planning, inventory control, supplier performance, and material logistics across a global supplier network. The Director ensures alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, ITAR), corporate objectives, customer expectations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. After ~50 years in business the organization is experiencing considerable growth.

This individual collaborates cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Manufacturing to ensure the seamless flow of materials, on-time program delivery, and cost-effective execution in a highly regulated, complex environment. The ideal candidate is technically adept, thrives in a dynamic environment, is prepared to be hands-on as needed, and is comfortable balancing both tactical and strategic responsibilities and global site visits. Strong communication, data-driven decision making, and process ownership are essential to success.

Responsibilities:

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.