Director Supply Chain – Sarasota Assembly Line

Description

Be part of the operations team for our first US aircraft assembly line for Pilatus.

Pilatus is hiring a Director Supply Chain to join our team in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing all end-to-end supply chain activities within an aircraft production environment. This includes strategic and operational oversight of procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, and material planning. This role ensures material availability, supplier performance, compliance with aviation standards, and efficient flow of components to support production schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Develops and executes sourcing strategies for aircraft components and services
• Manages supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and performance (delivery, quality, cost)
• Ensures compliance with corporate procurement standards and aviation regulations
• Mitigates supply risks through dual sourcing and supplier development

Logistics & Warehousing

• Oversees inbound/outbound logistics, international shipments, and customs compliance
• Manages warehouse operations (receiving, storage, kitting, material flow)
• Optimizes inventory accuracy, storage, and material handling processes

Material Planning & Production Support

• Ensures material availability in line with production schedules
• Balances inventory levels, lead times, and cost efficiency
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, and Quality

Leadership & Performance Management

• Leads and develops the supply chain team
• Drives KPI-based performance and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensures strong cross-functional alignment across the organization
• Ensures compliance with the guidelines and standards defined by the HQ Supply Chain Corporate functions

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Defines and drives overall supply chain strategy and ramp-up readiness
• Leads supplier development and escalation management
• Ensures effective use of ERP systems and standardized processes
• Manages supply chain risks and compliance
• Drives cost control, budgeting, and performance reporting

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s or certifications like APICS/CIPS preferred)
• 7+ years of supply chain experience, ideally in aerospace or high-tech manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and end-to-end supply chain processes
• Proven leadership experience across procurement, logistics, and warehousing
• Familiar with aviation regulations, export controls, and global supply chains
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical, data-driven, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.  

What We Offer:

• Unique opportunity to be part of Pilatus’ first US PC-12 assembly line
• International training assignment, cultural exchange, language training at Pilatus headquarters in Stans, Switzerland (approx. 3 - 6 months)
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full

The hiring range is $120,000 - $156,000 per year. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law. 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time; early applications are encouraged.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.