Director, Procurement bei FDH Aero

Who Are We?

FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space. 

FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space. 

Why Work Here?

At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people.

We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals who are naturally curious, courageous and motivated towards action. We value tempering confidence with humility, and a mission that always starts with service-first.

Our values guide everything we do: 

We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partner’s most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through. 

We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community. 

We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.

We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.

We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter. 

We Value Our People - That’s why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation. 

As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrow’s supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds. 

We Are Looking For 

The Director, Procurement oversees all aspects of Hardware material procurement and supply chain management for FDH’s Hardware division. This executive-level role leads global purchasing across the Americas, Europe and Asia for Arlington International Aviation Products (AIAP) and FDH Aero. Key functional areas include procurement operations and supplier LTA support.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Responsible for procurement and replenishment 
• Ensures procurement is conducted in an efficient, agile, and accurate manner 
• Leads purchasing teams across the Americas, Europe, and Asia 
• Navigates multiple ERP platforms to manage procurement performance 
• Collaborates with sales, quality & business leadership on new product lines and/or supplier relationships 
• Key stakeholder in product expansion and new customer program onboarding (kitting, VMI) 
• Works closely with the Inventory Planning team to meet inventory objectives 
• Establishes tools and processes to improve visibility of vendor on-order 
• Identifies risks and opportunities to improve customer satisfaction, pricing, lead-times and/or net working capital performance 
• Engages directly with supplier partners to negotiate improved lead-times, lower procurement costs, and optimized inventory receipts 
• Develops strong supplier relationships, serving as a point of escalation and strategic engagement 
• Acts as a thought leader in supply chain management, blending functional leadership with strong business acumen 
• Partners with the Sr. Director, Supply Chain to develop and implement a harmonized set of global SCM policies, procedures, and key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive efficiency and effectiveness 
• Champions a high-performance culture focused on procurement delivery, inventory cost, and vendor on-order management 
• Challenges the status quo, engages the team in continuous improvement, and motivates and inspires 
• Evaluates and implements best-in-class internal and external operational processes, technologies, and tools 

What You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field 
• Minimum of 5 years of Supply Chain experience in the aerospace industry 
• Experience in distribution, logistics, inventory planning, and project management 
• Deep knowledge of aerospace hardware manufacturers, key product categories, and aerospace market landscape 
• Experience with ERP/MRP platforms; significant coordination with finance and information technology stakeholders 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify inefficiencies, and implement practical solutions
• Ability to motivate and engage teams across multiple sites and geographies 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, customers, vendors, and partners 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously 
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities 
• Willingness to travel as required 

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. 
• ITAR requirement
• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR  

FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.