AAR · 22 hours ago
Sr. Analyst, Procurement
United States-Illinois-Wood Dale
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $99K/yr
3+ years expAAR is a company focused on providing supply chain solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Procurement Analyst to support and execute data-driven sourcing strategies. The role involves managing strategic sourcing for materials and services, leading supplier negotiations, and utilizing data analytics to inform sourcing decisions.
AerospaceCommercialGovernmentNational Security
Responsibilities
Own direct strategic sourcing for MRO materials and repair services, translating forecast demand and supply plans into multi-year sourcing strategies rather than transactional buying
Lead and support RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations, ensuring alignment with cost targets, capacity constraints, quality requirements and contractual terms
Evaluate sourcing options using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lens cost, lead time, MOQ, validity to support informed supplier selection decisions
Interpret outputs from internal forecasting tools and historical demand data to inform direct sourcing strategies, supplier capacity discussions and volume-based or long-term agreements
Demonstrate working knowledge of time-series concepts such as trend, seasonality, variability and forecast error
Apply a practical understanding of supply chain planning concepts safety stock, reorder point (ROP), lead time variability, and service levels - to evaluate sourcing options and understand their implications for cost, availability, and supplier strategy
Use SQL to extract and analyze spend, demand, pricing, lead time, and supplier performance data from ERP and planning systems
Use Python for data analysis, automation, and modeling related to pricing trends, demand variability, and sourcing scenarios
Develop and maintain BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to track KPIs including cost savings, supplier OTD, contract coverage, pricing compliance and contract performance
Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for sourcing and operations leadership
Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, turnaround, and capacity commitments
Identify risks related to forecast volatility, long lead times, single-source suppliers, and constrained repair capacity
Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align sourcing with operational and customer requirements
Assist with contract reviews, pricing agreements, and service-level terms informed by forecasted volumes
Ensure sourcing activities comply with FAA, EASA, AS9110, and internal quality standards
Maintain sourcing documentation to support audits and customer requirements
Adhere to ethical sourcing and procurement policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields
3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain roles
Prior hands-on sourcing experience is required (RFPs, supplier negotiations, supplier selection)
Working knowledge of forecasting concepts and supply chain planning fundamentals (e.g. safety stock, ROP, EOQ, lead time variability and service levels)
Experience using spend management software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, Zycus)
Experience using or supporting demand planning/forecasting and inventory planning tools
Experience using BI tools (Domo, Power BI, Tableau)
Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis
Working proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation
Preferred
Master's degree preferred. Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace aftermarket, or similarly regulated environments
Familiarity with MRO ERP and Planning Systems (AMOS, Ramco, Trax, SAP, Oracle)
Familiarity with FAA, EASA and AS9110 quality requirements
Professional certification (CPSM, CSCP, CIPS) a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off program
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Company
AAR
AAR is an aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company providing aircraft parts, maintenance (MRO), and engineering solutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.56B2025-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $239M
2025-08-11Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $550M
Leadership Team
David P. Storch
Chairman and CEO
John Holmes
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
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