Aerospace Procurement Leader with Compliance Expertise

Gilbert Delgado, MBA

Gardena, CA ***** Cell: 310-***-**** *********@*****.***

Senior procurement leader with extensive handson experience in strategic sourcing, regulatory compliance, and supplier management across fastpaced, highstakes environments. Proactively mitigates risk, drives cost reductions, and ensures full adherence to FAR, DFARS, and ITAR requirements. Skilled in price analysis, financial modeling, and negotiating complex, multiyear contracts. Adept at optimizing supply chain performance through Lean, Kaizen, Kanban, and total cost management methodologies. Strong communicator who builds productive relationships with diverse stakeholders and resolves challenges with creativity and sound judgment. Fluent in English and Spanish for effective multicultural collaboration

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

Complex Negotiation/Delivery

RFX Development (RFP/RFQ/RFI)

Contract Negotiation & Admin

Local & Regional Sourcing

CPSR Audit Compliance

FAR /DFARS/ITAR and CPSR

Federal Procurement Experience

Strategic Cost Analysis

Cost/Performance/Quality Control

Team Leadership & Training

Complex Problem Solving

SAP Procurement Tools

MS Office & Excel

Supplier Relationship Management

PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Experienced in contract administration, including cost control, risk mitigation, and full lifecycle oversight. Manage contract specifications, performance milestones, and compliance requirements while implementing structured management policies that protect timelines, budgets, and operational objectives.

Directed manufacturing procurement operations at Hitco Carbon Composites, securing bulkbuy cost reductions, implementing a Kanban fastener replenishment system, and establishing tracking and compliance controls that improved material flow, reduced downtime, and increased overall purchasing efficiency.

Led supplier sourcing initiatives for both new and existing vendors, negotiating longterm agreements and NPI contracts. Partnered closely with engineering teams to align on technical requirements and maintained budget discipline through accurate forecasting and costmodeling practices.

Drove continuous improvement by developing an R&O Kanban system, applying Lean and Kaizen methodologies, reducing waste, and guiding management efforts during product redesigns to enhance quality, throughput, and operational performance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Parker Meggitt Control System August 2018 – September 2025

Senior Buyer – NPI

Strategic Program Management: Spearheaded commodity management for high-precision forgings, castings, and machined parts, implementing proactive scheduling to mitigate long-lead constraints during critical New Product Introduction (NPI) phases.

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Technical Sourcing: Translated complex engineering specifications into actionable sourcing strategies, leveraging deep knowledge of mill/lathe capabilities to select optimal suppliers for high-precision aerospace components

Cost & Performance Optimization: Maintained full compliance with procurement policies and regulatory standards, strengthening audit readiness by 100%. Managed supplier relationships to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals, resolving issues quickly and driving a 25% reduction in supplierrelated costs.

Process Improvement: Partnered with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain workflows, utilizing Lean methodologies to support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.

Hummingbird Technologies – Irvine, CA February 2018 – June 2018

Program Manager – Contract at Parker Aerospace Co.

Performance-Based Logistics (PBL): Led strategy development for a PBL program, creating detailed subcontract specifications and proactive risk identification to safeguard cost and schedule objectives.

Contract Administration: Developed high-level proposals and conducted complex pricing negotiations while ensuring full compliance with federal acquisition regulations.

Belcan LLC – Cincinnati, OH February 2017 – September 2017

Procurement Specialist – Contract at L3 CA

Executed comprehensive supplier identification, research, and recommendations for machine parts and electro-mechanical components, optimizing costs and meeting project specifications.

Researched and recommended new suppliers for machine parts and electro-mechanical components, successfully lowering costs and meeting stringent requirements.

Negotiated new contracts strictly adhering to established company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

Achieved favorable contract terms that enhanced operational efficiency and ensured organizational compliance

Global Partner Solutions – Wichita, KS February 2016 – November 2016

Senior Buyer – Contract at ITT CA

Collaborated with internal departments to implement contracts, effectively mediating with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve quality and supply chain issues.

Facilitated meetings and standardized processes to develop precise work instructions for assembly processes.

Aerotek – Gardena, CA November 2015 – April 2016

Subcontract Specialist – Contract at Parker Hannifin CA

Contract Management – The oversight and management of subcontractors responsible for delivering critical components for the development phase of a new program. My responsibilities centered on ensuring that all subcontractors met the required standards for cost, schedule, and quality, vital for the program’s success.

Supplier Integration and Performance Monitoring -Facilitated supplier integration by aligning subcontractor operations with project objectives and ensuring clear communication. I monitored supplier performance against cost, schedule, and quality benchmarks, proactively addressing issues to support program success. All activities followed supply chain management’s best practices, keeping suppliers effective and compliant throughout their engagement.

Other Professional Experience

Procurement Specialist -Crane Aerospace & Electronics-Burbank CA / Procurement Specialist Senior Aerospace SSP – Burbank, CA / Senior Buyer - Hitco Carbon Composites, Inc. – Gardena, CA Supplier Manager / Senior Subcontract Administrator – Woodward HRT, Santa Clarita, CA Subcontract Administrator, Major Contracts & Senior Buyer – Northrop Grumman Corporation, El Segundo, CA

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration – California State University, Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

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