Strategic Sourcing Manager

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title:Strategic Sourcing Manager

Reporting To:Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager

Work Schedule:Fully Remote or Hybrid if Local – Tewkesbury, GBR

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing plans across our global supply chain. This individual contributor role is critical to Moog’s operational performance and financial health, influencing sourcing decisions, supplier partnerships, and contractual agreements for a diverse range of commodities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans, including Make vs Buy and supplier transitions.

Identify, select, and develop suppliers to optimize supply chain network design for quality, lead time, and cost.

Negotiate and manage long-term supplier agreements and contracts throughout the product lifecycle, including NPI.

Drive supplier capability development and foster strategic partnerships for competitive advantage.

Collaborate globally to analyse demand and supply trends, improving lead times and total landed cost.

Act as senior escalation point for supplier performance and contractual compliance issues.

Manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply and long-term competitiveness.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or Supply Chain certification preferred.

5+ years of global supply chain experience, including leadership roles.

Proven ability to negotiate complex supplier agreements and manage strategic partnerships.

Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills in a multicultural environment.

Aerospace industry experience highly desirable.

Ability to travel globally, with an expected travel commitment of approximately 25%. Actual travel requirements may fluctuate based on business needs and timing.

What We Offer

Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice

Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)

Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.

You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision

At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.

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