Supply Chain, Indirect Sourcing Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description Supply Chain, Indirect Sourcing Manager Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well.
The Supply Chain Indirect Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services across StandardAero’s global operations. This role will drive value through supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and process improvement while ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational requirements, and corporate policies. The Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across multiple business units, including Finance, IT, Facilities, HR, and Operations, to ensure supplier performance and contract compliance.
Location: Winnipeg, MB What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories such as facilities, IT, professional services, MRO, logistics, and office supplies.
- Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management activities to achieve optimal total cost of ownership and mitigate risk.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, ensure alignment with corporate objectives, and deliver high-quality sourcing solutions.
- Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and execute cost reduction, process efficiency, and sustainability opportunities across indirect spend categories.
- Develop and maintain category strategies and sourcing pipelines using spend analytics and market intelligence.
- Collaborate with Legal and Finance to ensure contract compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to StandardAero’s ethical and financial standards.
- Support corporate initiatives related to supply chain optimization, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Position Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in Canada.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement, with a focus on indirect categories.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing sourcing strategies that deliver measurable savings and value.
- Experience managing supplier performance and contracts within a complex, multi-site or global environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and sourcing tools.
Preferred Characteristics
- Professional certification (CPSM, CPIM, PMP) preferred.
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across functional teams.
- Strong business acumen with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Commitment to StandardAero’s values of integrity, teamwork, and customer focus.
Benefits That Make Life Better
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Care
- Company Pension 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911 With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
About StandardAero
StandardAero is organized in two distinctive divisions, Engine Services and Component Repair Services. These two divisions represent the core strengths of StandardAero, our exhaustive engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services capabilities and our significant portfolio of component repair services for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, fixed wing, helicopter and industrial power customers. To deliver our mission, we employ nearly 7,500 talented and experienced professional, administrative and technical employees that work in 49 primary facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe.
StandardAero is OEM authorized and approved for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams.
We’ve solved some of the biggest aviation challenges through ingenuity, teamwork and collaboration. Our culture is built on respect, open communication and recognition for a job well done. We focus on teamwork to create a supportive environment where everyone can bring their skills and perspectives to the table. With over 100 years of experience in the aviation industry, we have the stability, resources and training to help our team achieve their career goals.
Supply Chain, Indirect Sourcing Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description Supply Chain, Indirect Sourcing Manager Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well.
The Supply Chain Indirect Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect goods and services across StandardAero’s global operations. This role will drive value through supplier relationship management, cost optimization, and process improvement while ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational requirements, and corporate policies. The Manager will collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders across multiple business units, including Finance, IT, Facilities, HR, and Operations, to ensure supplier performance and contract compliance.
Location: Winnipeg, MB What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories such as facilities, IT, professional services, MRO, logistics, and office supplies.
- Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management activities to achieve optimal total cost of ownership and mitigate risk.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, ensure alignment with corporate objectives, and deliver high-quality sourcing solutions.
- Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and execute cost reduction, process efficiency, and sustainability opportunities across indirect spend categories.
- Develop and maintain category strategies and sourcing pipelines using spend analytics and market intelligence.
- Collaborate with Legal and Finance to ensure contract compliance, risk mitigation, and adherence to StandardAero’s ethical and financial standards.
- Support corporate initiatives related to supply chain optimization, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to sourcing professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Position Requirements
- Must be authorized to work in Canada.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or procurement, with a focus on indirect categories.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing sourcing strategies that deliver measurable savings and value.
- Experience managing supplier performance and contracts within a complex, multi-site or global environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at multiple levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and sourcing tools.
Preferred Characteristics
- Professional certification (CPSM, CPIM, PMP) preferred.
- Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across functional teams.
- Strong business acumen with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Commitment to StandardAero’s values of integrity, teamwork, and customer focus.
Benefits That Make Life Better
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Care
- Company Pension 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911 With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
About StandardAero
StandardAero is organized in two distinctive divisions, Engine Services and Component Repair Services. These two divisions represent the core strengths of StandardAero, our exhaustive engine maintenance, repair and overhaul services capabilities and our significant portfolio of component repair services for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, fixed wing, helicopter and industrial power customers. To deliver our mission, we employ nearly 7,500 talented and experienced professional, administrative and technical employees that work in 49 primary facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe.
StandardAero is OEM authorized and approved for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams.
We’ve solved some of the biggest aviation challenges through ingenuity, teamwork and collaboration. Our culture is built on respect, open communication and recognition for a job well done. We focus on teamwork to create a supportive environment where everyone can bring their skills and perspectives to the table. With over 100 years of experience in the aviation industry, we have the stability, resources and training to help our team achieve their career goals.