Director Supply Chain – Sarasota Assembly Line
About The Position
Be part of the operations team for our first US aircraft assembly line for Pilatus. Pilatus is hiring a Director Supply Chain to join our team in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing all end-to-end supply chain activities within an aircraft production environment. This includes strategic and operational oversight of procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, and material planning. This role ensures material availability, supplier performance, compliance with aviation standards, and efficient flow of components to support production schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s or certifications like APICS/CIPS preferred)
- 7+ years of supply chain experience, ideally in aerospace or high-tech manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and end-to-end supply chain processes
- Proven leadership experience across procurement, logistics, and warehousing
- Familiar with aviation regulations, export controls, and global supply chains
- Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical, data-driven, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or certifications like APICS/CIPS preferred
Responsibilities
- Develops and executes sourcing strategies for aircraft components and services
- Manages supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and performance (delivery, quality, cost)
- Ensures compliance with corporate procurement standards and aviation regulations
- Mitigates supply risks through dual sourcing and supplier development
- Oversees inbound/outbound logistics, international shipments, and customs compliance
- Manages warehouse operations (receiving, storage, kitting, material flow)
- Optimizes inventory accuracy, storage, and material handling processes
- Ensures material availability in line with production schedules
- Balances inventory levels, lead times, and cost efficiency
- Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Quality
- Leads and develops the supply chain team
- Drives KPI-based performance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensures strong cross-functional alignment across the organization
- Ensures compliance with the guidelines and standards defined by the HQ Supply Chain Corporate functions
- Defines and drives overall supply chain strategy and ramp-up readiness
- Leads supplier development and escalation management
- Ensures effective use of ERP systems and standardized processes
- Manages supply chain risks and compliance
- Drives cost control, budgeting, and performance reporting
Benefits
- International training assignment, cultural exchange, language training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland (approx. 3 - 6 months)
- Long-term career growth opportunities
- 11 paid holidays a year
- 15 days of paid vacation time
- 6 days of paid sick/personal time
- Increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
- 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage
- 80% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for family coverage
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage annually
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $3,000 for family coverage annually
- 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
- Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
