Director of Strategic Sourcing

As global defense production accelerates to meet urgent national security demands, Ralliant is experiencing rapid expansion across components, materials, and systems supporting major missile and weapons programs. The Director of Strategic Sourcing is responsible for developing and executing enterprise‑wide sourcing strategies that ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and scalable growth in a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing Leadership
  • Develop and deploy a comprehensive strategic sourcing roadmap aligned to company growth targets (e.g., capacity scaling, new program wins, vertical integration strategy).
  • Lead category strategies across critical commodities (electronics, machined components, plating, ordinance‑related systems).
  • Drive make‑vs‑buy decisions, dual‑sourcing strategies, and long‑term supplier partnerships.
• Supplier Strategy & Performance
  • Establish and manage a segmented supplier strategy (strategic, preferred, transactional).
  • Lead executive‑level supplier engagements to drive accountability in delivery, quality, and cost performance.
  • Oversee supplier risk management, including financial health, geopolitical exposure, and capacity constraints.
• Cost Management & Negotiations
  • Lead negotiations for major supplier agreements and long‑term contracts.
  • Drive cost‑reduction initiatives, including value engineering and competitive sourcing events.
  • Ensure sourcing decisions support program profitability and meet contractual price targets.
• Compliance, Risk & Defense Requirements
  • Ensure sourcing activities align with DoD procurement guidelines and FAR/DFARS.
  • Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Program Management to maintain audit‑ready documentation.
  • Develop robust supply chain risk management frameworks addressing capacity, geopolitical, and quality risks.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership & Collaboration
  • Partner with Operations, Program Management, Engineering, and Quality to ensure sourcing integration.
  • Support proposal activity with costed BOMs, supplier quotations, and material strategies.
  • Provide executive‑level reporting on supply risks, spend performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop sourcing managers, buyers, and commodity specialists.
  • Build organizational capability in negotiation, analytics, category management, and DoD compliance.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Experience
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain, or procurement in aerospace & defense or regulated manufacturing.
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and cross‑functional initiatives.
  • Experience scaling operations during periods of high growth in DoD programs or ITAR environments.
  • Strong background in supplier negotiations, contract strategy, and risk management.
  • Experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Certifications
  • APICS CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent highly preferred.
• Skills
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational change management abilities.
  • Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to build sourcing resilience in fast‑paced defense environments.
• Executive communication and influence.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and risk‑management skills.
• Experience leading cost‑out initiatives, supplier turnarounds, and complex multi‑year negotiations.
• Change leadership and transformational improvements.

Why This Role Matters

As defense production accelerates, sourcing plays a mission‑critical role in ensuring delivery reliability, supplier readiness, and cost competitiveness. The Strategic Sourcing Director strengthens the supply base that underpins execution of vital national defense programs. Your leadership directly impacts supply assurance, customer confidence, and the company’s ability to scale to meet urgent national security priorities.

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next‑generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high‑performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission‑critical advancements across industries, enabling real‑world impact where it matters most.

About PacSci EMC

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (PacSci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading‑edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every Time™. We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant companies are proud to be equal‑opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations due to a disability may contact us at

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus and equity as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 143,100.00 – 265,900.00.

Is this role subject to ITAR?

The essential duties of this position require adherence to U.S. Government export control regulations. Candidates must be U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals) or be prepared to collaborate with the company in securing the necessary government export authorizations. Ongoing employment is dependent upon obtaining the appropriate government export authorizations.

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