Manager, Vendor Management

Job DescriptionSupply Chain Vendor Management Manager Winnipeg, MB Canada 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. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term. As a Supply Chain Vendor Management Manager, you’ll lead the development and optimization of StandardAero’s supplier network, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective, and reliable sourcing solutions. You will work cross-functionally to manage supplier performance, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality and regulatory standards**.What You’ll Do**

• Lead supplier sourcing activities including RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management to achieve optimal total cost of ownership
• Evaluate and expand the supplier network to support evolving Business Unit requirements
• Develop and implement supplier scorecards to monitor performance across quality, cost, and turnaround time (TAT)
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify and execute cost reduction and process efficiency opportunities across supplier spend categories
• Use spend analytics and market intelligence to build and maintain strategic sourcing pipelines
• Collaborate with Business Units, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Legal to ensure alignment with operational and compliance requirements
• Support supplier risk management activities, including capacity planning, dual sourcing, and business continuity strategies
• Ensure compliance with aerospace regulations, contractual obligations, and company standards
• Contribute to enterprise supply chain initiatives related to optimization, digital transformation, and operational excellence

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in supplier/vendor management, sourcing, or procurement within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing supplier performance, contracts, and negotiations, with documented outcomes
• Demonstrated success in developing sourcing strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and TAT improvements
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and sourcing tools
• Experience analyzing supplier performance data to identify gaps and implement corrective actions that improve performance
• Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is based

Desired Skills

• Experience working with aerospace OEMs, Tier 1 or Tier 2 suppliers
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, ITAR, and export control regulations
• Professional certifications such as APICS CSCP, CPSM, or Six Sigma Green Belt
• Experience managing global suppliers and long lead-time supply chains
• Strong risk management and supplier development experience
• Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills using structured methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, 8D)
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a regulated environment

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• Company pension plan with 100% company match; up to 5% vested (Canada)
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Learning & Training opportunities

About UsRaising 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 (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) 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.