Blast Talent · 1 day ago
SARs Development Director (Job ID 3509333)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expBlast Talent is a Tier 2 Aerospace Supplier focused on supporting compliant, high-quality sourcing solutions for government and commercial customers. They are seeking a SARs Development Director with deep expertise in Source Approval Requests and government procurement to drive sustainable enterprise growth.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Carrie Hegenderfer • LION
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary owner of Source Approval Request (SARs) development initiatives across the Company’s corporate enterprise
Identify, evaluate, and execute SARs opportunities that align with Company strategy and drive DLA-related business growth
Work independently to develop complete SARs packages, coordinating closely with internal sales, product management, and engineering teams
Liaise with internal stakeholders and external (prospective) suppliers to identify viable SARs opportunities and move them through approval
Build and validate strong business cases for SARs submissions while ensuring alignment with SBU strategies and overall revenue objectives
Monitor and manage SARs projects from opportunity identification through submission and approval, ensuring progress, compliance, and follow-through
Leverage industry knowledge, data analysis, and professional relationships to influence outcomes and accelerate approvals
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, Engineering, Aerospace, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5–7 years of experience in SARs development with a proven track record of securing approvals
Proven track record in scaling production from prototype to volume manufacturing
Strong working knowledge of government procurement and contracting processes
Familiarity with DLA business practices and compliance requirements
Ability to be based or willing to relocate to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and 'hit the ground running' in a newly created role
Highly proactive, relationship-driven, and collaborative, with strong time management and prioritization skills
Customer- and supplier-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare, Vision & Dental Plans
401(k) Plan
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company
Blast Talent
Blast Talent is not just a recruitment agency; we are your growth partner.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Carrie Hegenderfer • LION
Chief Executive Officer
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