About Comlux America
Comlux America is a world-class VIP aircraftcompletion and refurbishment center located in Indianapolis Indiana. Thecompany designs engineers and installs custom luxury interiors and advancedaircraft systems for airliner-derivative business jets. Comlux also offersscheduled and unscheduled maintenance in highly customized aircraft Comlux transforms aircraftinto personalized flying environments that reflect exceptional craftsmanship precisionengineering and uncompromising safety.

Role Description

The Director of Procurement is responsiblefor leading and developing the procurement organization while driving strategicsourcing initiatives that support operational excellence cost optimizationand continuity of supply across the business. This role partners closely withexecutive leadership and cross-functional departments to align procurementstrategies with organizational objectives supporting aircraft completionmaintenance engineering and fabrication operations and supplierrelationships contract negotiations purchasing strategy and global sourcingactivities to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materialsequipment and services. This role is also responsible for maximizing rebateopportunities supplier incentive programs and overall purchasing efficienciesto improve gross profit performance and operational execution.

Essential Job Functions

Leadership and Organizational Development

Lead mentor and develop the procurementand purchasing organization fostering accountability collaboration andcontinuous improvement.

Establish departmental performanceobjectives KPIs and operational metrics aligned with company goals.

Develop and implement procurement bestpractices policies and standardized processes across the organization.

Build and scale a procurement organizationcapable of supporting complex global aviation operations and future businessgrowth.

Promote a culture focused on operationalexcellence customer service compliance and cost discipline.

Procurement Strategy Cost and RiskManagement

Develop and execute procurement strategiessupporting aircraft completion maintenance engineering and productionoperations.

Drive cost containment margin improvementand operational efficiency initiatives while ensuring quality lead-timeperformance and continuity of supply.

Identify and mitigate supply chain risksincluding long lead-time constraints sole-source suppliers materialshortages and capacity limitations.

Establish sourcing governance procurementcontrols and supplier compliance standards to ensure operational consistencyand regulatory adherence.

Monitor procurement trends marketconditions and supplier performance to support strategic sourcing decisions.

Support inventory optimization initiativeswhile balancing operational readiness and working capital objectives.

Supplier and Vendor Partnerships

Serve as the primary corporate liaison withkey suppliers vendors and service providers.

Lead supplier selection qualificationcontract negotiations and long-term supplier relationship managementactivities.

Maximize vendor rebate programs preferredsupplier agreements and strategic sourcing incentives to improveprofitability.

Develop strategic supplier partnerships thatsupport reliability innovation scalability and competitive pricing.

Conduct supplier performance reviews andimplement corrective action plans when necessary to improve delivery qualityand service levels.

Cross-Functional and Operational Execution

Partner closely with executive leadershipoperations engineering finance planning and program management teams toalign procurement activities with company objectives.

Ensure procurement execution supportsaircraft production schedules customer commitments and operationalpriorities.

Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities asrequired resolving escalations and supply chain disruptions impactingoperations.

Support budgeting forecasting capitalplanning and make-versus-buy decision-making processes.

Collaborate with Quality Compliance andSupply Chain teams to ensure adherence to FAA AS9100 and other regulatoryrequirements.

Minimum Qualifications Education andExperience

Bachelors degree in BusinessAdministration Supply Chain Management Engineering Aviation Management orrelated field required.

Minimum of 810 years of progressiveprocurement purchasing or supply chain experience.

Minimum of 35 years of leadershipexperience managing procurement or supply chain teams.

Prior experience in aviation aerospaceMRO manufacturing construction or other highly regulated industrialenvironments strongly preferred.

Demonstrated expertise in strategicsourcing supplier relationship management contract negotiation and costreduction initiatives.

Proven ability to build lead and develophigh-performing procurement organizations.

Experience supporting operational growthtransformation initiatives or private equity-backed environments is preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

Strong leadership organizationaldevelopment and team-building capabilities.

Strong financial and commercial acumen withdemonstrated ability to improve margins and manage complex spend categories.

Comprehensive understanding of procurementstrategy sourcing methodologies inventory management and supply chainoperations.

Excellent negotiation supplier managementand contract administration skills.

Strong analytical problem-solving anddecision-making capabilities.

Ability to influence and collaborateeffectively with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Excellent verbal and written communicationskills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in afast-paced operational environment.

Proficiency with ERP systems procurementsoftware Microsoft Office applications and reporting tools.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing andcontinuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Ability to travel domestically andinternationally as required.

Work Environment

This position is based in an aircraft hangarenvironment and may involve:

Exposure to varying temperatures and weatherconditions

Loud noise levels

Use of heavy machinery and specialized tools

Potential contact with chemicals orhazardous materials

Working in confined aircraft interior spaces

Why join us

Your success is our success. We provide acompetitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports you and yourfamily.

401(k) with company annual contributionequal to 3% of eligible compensation

Company-sponsored HSA

100% company-paid vision premiums

Medical Dental Life Insurance and EAPbenefits

Free financial consultations and guidance

EEO Statement

Comlux is committed to providing equal employmentopportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race colorreligion age national origin military status veteran status disabilitysex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation) genetic information or anyother characteristic protected by law.

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