Senior General Procurement Buyer
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About the role
Job Title
Senior General Procurement Buyer
Who are we?
As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners
Daher’s Industry Division site in Stuart, Florida is a key U.S. manufacturing facility specializing in the assembly of complex metallic and composite aerostructures for major commercial and defense aircraft programs. The site produces large, critical aircraft structures—including wings, fuselage sections, and structural assemblies—for leading aerospace customers such as Boeing and Gulfstream, combining advanced manufacturing, industrialization, and quality‑driven production processes. As part of Daher’s global Industry Division, the Stuart operation emphasizes safety, precision, and continuous improvement while supporting high‑rate aerospace production and investing in workforce development, technology, and long‑term growth in the North American aerospace market.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior General Procurement Buyer to lead and optimize indirect procurement activities across Daher’s North American sites. This role is responsible for driving category strategies, managing supplier performance, and delivering cost efficiencies while aligning with global procurement objectives.
You will play a key role in building supplier partnerships, ensuring compliance, and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives in a dynamic, multi-site environment.
Primary Role and Responsibilities:
1. Purchasing & Performance
Manage indirect procurement categories including general services, facilities, industrial supplies, and non-strategic IT spend
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities (RFI/RFP, bid analysis, negotiation, contracting)
Develop and implement annual cost-saving initiatives across all supported sites
Ensure compliance with Daher procurement standards, processes, and North American regulations
Monitor budgets, including cost savings, cost avoidance, and forecasts
2. Supplier Management
Analyze, rationalize, and optimize the North American supplier base
Track supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and risk metrics
Resolve operational issues and support invoice/payment discrepancies
Identify and onboard new suppliers to enhance competitiveness and innovation
Manage long-term agreements and ensure contract continuity
3. Strategy & Coordination
Align regional procurement activities with Daher’s global category strategies
Collaborate with European procurement teams on global sourcing initiatives
Drive synergies across sites: Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Sandpoint, Charleston, and Stuart
Lead or participate in sourcing committees and cross-functional meetings
Conduct supplier risk assessments and implement mitigation plans
4. Project Management
Lead cross-site procurement projects (multi-site RFQs, contract harmonization, cost optimization)
Deploy procurement tools, dashboards, and KPIs
Support CAPEX and industrial investment projects
Manage contract renewals, timelines, and implementation roadmaps
What you need to have:
Technical Skills
Strong expertise in sourcing, RFQ/RFP processes, negotiation, and contract management
Solid understanding of U.S. commercial and legal requirements
Proven ability to operate both strategically and operationally
Strong analytical capabilities (spend analysis, KPIs, supplier risk analysis)
Comfortable working in a multi-site, matrix, and multicultural environment
Fluency in English (French is a plus)
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly autonomous, organized, and results-driven
Ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving mindset with proactive initiative
Capable of influencing without direct authority and driving continuous improvement
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 5+ years of experience in indirect procurement
Experience in aerospace or industrial environments is highly preferred
International exposure is a plus
Knowledge of U.S. contracting and compliance requirements is strongly desired
Information related to the position:
The compensation range is $85,000 to $100,000 in base salary plus an annual target bonus.
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Daher considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, skills, and current market conditions.
At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.
Your next opportunity starts here — here are the next steps:
Review of your application
An initial conversation with a recruiter
One or more interviews depending on the position, with the relevant team members and manager(s)
After the interviews, constructive feedback regardless of the outcome
All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.
Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.
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