Senior General Procurement Buyer

Job Title

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.