
Hi J***n, I’m J***e, an HR Recruiter at StrategyBrain. I came across your profile and was impressed by your progression,from Purchasing Agent and Sales Supervisor roles to your current Sales & Purchasing Manager position at A***s. We’re partnering with S***s to fill a Senior Aerospace Supply Chain and Sales Manager role, focusing on procurement strategy and driving sales growth in a dynamic aerospace environment. Would you be interested in a brief chat to explore this opportunity?
Thanks for reaching out, J***e. I’m interested,could you share the key responsibilities and team details for the Senior Aerospace Supply Chain and Sales Manager role, or let me know when you’re available for a quick chat?


Hi J***n,
Great to hear you’re interested! Here’s a high-level overview of the Senior Aerospace Supply Chain and Sales Manager role at S***s:
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategies for critical aerospace components,driving cost optimization, quality standards and on-time delivery
• Lead sales growth by identifying new business opportunities, managing key customer accounts and coordinating quoting/contract negotiations
• Source and negotiate with vendors, establish strategic partnerships, monitor supplier performance and mitigate risks
• Oversee inventory planning and demand forecasting, maintain optimal stock levels and streamline inbound/outbound logistics
• Mentor and manage a team of procurement and sales professionals, foster continuous improvement and ensure compliance with industry regulations
Team Details
• You’ll report directly to the Director of Operations
• You’ll lead a cross-functional team of procurement specialists and sales coordinators
• Regular collaboration with Logistics, Quality, Engineering and Customer Service
• A collaborative culture that emphasizes safety, quality and professional development
Would you be available for a 20-minute call to dive deeper? I’m free tomorrow (Wednesday) between 10:00,11:00 AM ET or Thursday 2:00,4:00 PM ET. Let me know what works best, or feel free to share your availability.
Looking forward to our chat!
Best regards,
J***e
HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain
Honestly, my biggest pain point right now is juggling manual spreadsheet-based procurement and inventory systems that keep causing stockouts and last-minute rush orders. On the sales side, I’m spending more time wrangling disconnected data than actually growing accounts or developing new business.


Hi J***n,
Thanks for sharing those challenges,it sounds like the manual spreadsheets and fragmented data are really holding you back. At S***s, we’ve built a more integrated, technology-driven environment that directly addresses those pain points:
Company & Culture
• Mid-sized, global aerospace distributor and MRO provider with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and customer satisfaction
• Collaborative, cross-functional teams (Procurement, Logistics, Quality, Engineering & Customer Service)
• Ongoing training in advanced supply-chain tools and best practices to streamline your day-to-day
Role Highlights: Senior Aerospace Supply Chain & Sales Manager
1. End-to-End Procurement Strategy , You’ll design and roll out digital workflows and ERP-backed systems that optimize costs, enforce quality standards and eliminate stockouts through automated demand forecasting.
2. Inventory & Demand Planning , Leverage data analytics to maintain ideal stock levels, prevent last-minute rush orders and integrate inbound/outbound logistics seamlessly.
3. Sales Growth & Data Integration , Oversee a unified CRM and quoting platform so you can spend less time wrangling spreadsheets and more time building customer relationships and closing new accounts.
4. Vendor Partnerships & Risk Mitigation , Lead strategic negotiations, set up performance dashboards and proactively manage suppliers to reduce supply-chain disruptions.
5. Team Leadership & Development , Mentor a team of procurement specialists and sales coordinators, driving continuous improvement and professional growth.
You’ll report to the Director of Operations and have full support to implement best-in-class systems. The result? A higher-impact role where you can finally focus on strategic initiatives instead of firefighting.
Does this setup align with what you’re looking for? I’m happy to dive deeper into any area or jump on a quick call to discuss next steps. Let me know!
Best,
J***e
HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain
Thanks, J***e,this sounds right up my alley. Can you share how big the procurement and sales team is, which ERP/CRM tools are in use, and what the biggest hurdle in this role has been so far?


Hi J***n,
Great questions,here’s a quick snapshot:
1. Team Size
- Procurement: 4 specialists handling sourcing, contracts and supplier performance
- Sales: 3 coordinators managing quotes, key-account follow-up and opportunity tracking
You’ll also partner closely with Logistics, Quality and Engineering on cross-functional initiatives.
2. ERP/CRM Tools
S***s recently rolled out an integrated ERP/CRM platform that ties procurement, inventory, finance and customer data together. This single-pane system supports automated demand forecasting, real-time dashboards and seamless quote-to-cash workflows.
3. Biggest Hurdle to Date
Driving full adoption of these new digital processes,both internally and with our suppliers,has been the top challenge. Transitioning away from legacy spreadsheets, fine-tuning the forecasting models and ensuring everyone sticks to the new workflows takes ongoing change management. Once that’s locked in, you’ll see a dramatic reduction in stockouts and rush orders.
Let me know if you’d like to dive deeper,happy to set up a quick call.
Best,
J***e
Thanks, J***e,this helps a lot. On the change management side, what tactics or support have you found most effective for driving full adoption internally and with suppliers? Also, which ERP/CRM vendor are you using?


Hi J***n,
Great questions,change management is often the linchpin for success. Here’s what’s worked best for us at S***s:
1. Driving Internal Adoption
• Executive sponsorship & clear vision: We kick off with a leadership-backed “why”,linking system benefits to cost savings and fewer stockouts.
• Change champions & super-users: We identify power users in each function (procurement, sales, logistics) to test features, evangelize best practices and serve as go-to coaches.
• Role-based training & bite-sized content: Instead of one big rollout, we deliver short, hands-on workshops and quick-reference guides tailored to daily workflows.
• Ongoing feedback loops: Weekly check-ins and a dedicated help desk ensure questions get answered, issues get triaged fast and small wins are celebrated publicly.
2. Engaging Suppliers
• Early collaboration: We bring key vendors into pilot sessions,literally walk them through the portal, demonstrate purchase-order workflows and gather feedback on usability.
• Supplier webinars & office hours: Regular virtual training slots let suppliers raise real-time questions, view live demos and download cheat-sheets.
• Adoption incentives: Tying preferred-supplier status or faster payment terms to system usage encourages suppliers to onboard quickly.
• Performance dashboards: Shared scorecards (on-portal) give suppliers visibility into fill rates, lead-time breaches and on-time delivery metrics,creating a collaborative push for better data discipline.
As for our ERP/CRM foundation, we went live on O***e N***e’s unified platform last year. It ties procurement, inventory, finance and customer data into a single pane,so you get automated forecasting, real-time dashboards and end-to-end quote-to-cash without juggling spreadsheets.
Hope this gives you a clear picture. Let me know if you’d like deeper detail on any of these tactics or if you’d like to set up a quick call to discuss next steps.
Best,
J***e
HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain
Thanks, J***e , as someone juggling both sales and purchasing at A***s, I’m curious: how do you select and train your internal change champions, and what adoption metrics do you track to gauge success? Also, can you share an example of the supplier scorecard KPIs and their update frequency?


Hi J***n,
Great questions,happy to dive in.
1. Selecting & Training Change Champions
• Selection: We solicit nominations from each function (procurement, sales, logistics) and look for colleagues who demonstrate strong process discipline, clear communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for technology.
• Onboarding: Champions attend a focused “train-the-trainer” boot camp where they learn system configuration, workflow best practices and troubleshooting.
• Ongoing Development: They co-host bite-sized, role-based workshops, lead peer Q&A sessions and participate in a monthly champions forum to swap lessons learned.
2. Adoption Metrics We Track
• System Utilization Rate , % of purchase orders and sales quotes created end-to-end in the ERP/CRM vs. legacy tools
• Active User Rate , weekly logins by each role group
• Process Compliance , % of requisitions following the new approval workflow
• Support Ticket Trends , ticket volume and time to resolution (we expect a decline as adoption matures)
• User Satisfaction Scores , quick pulse surveys after each training or major release
3. Supplier Scorecard Example
KPI Target Update Frequency
• Fill Rate ≥98% Monthly
• On-Time Delivery ≥95% Weekly (dashboard) & Monthly summary
• Lead-Time Variance ±2 days Monthly
• Quality Rejection Rate <1% Quarterly
• e-PO Adoption Rate ≥90% Real-time dashboard
We share the scorecard in a monthly vendor-review meeting and tie preferred-supplier status (and payment-term incentives) to performance against these metrics.
Let me know if you’d like to review an anonymized scorecard template or jump on a quick call to explore how you’d lead these initiatives at S***s.
Best,
J***e
HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain
Thanks, J***e. Could you share an anonymized scorecard template so I can see exactly how those KPIs are structured? Also, what’s the typical duration and agenda of the train-the-trainer boot camp and who usually facilitates it? And how do you keep your champions engaged in that monthly forum over time?


Hi J***n,
Happy to dive in:
1. Anonymized Scorecard Template
Our scorecards are simple tables with columns for:
• KPI Name & Definition
• Target & Thresholds
• Data Source & Owner
• Reporting Frequency
• Trend Indicator & Notes
Example row:
, Fill Rate: % of orders delivered complete (Target ≥98%) | ERP Report | Supplier Manager | Monthly | ↑/↓ | Comments
I’ll send you a PDF of our anonymized template so you can see the exact layout.
2. Train-the-Trainer Boot Camp
• Duration: Two full days (or four half-day sessions)
• Agenda:
, Day 1: System architecture & core workflows
, Day 2: Facilitation techniques, hands-on labs & troubleshooting
, Optional deep-dives: role-based breakouts (procurement, sales, logistics)
• Facilitators: Our Learning & Development Lead partners with the ERP Product Specialist to ensure both pedagogical rigor and deep system expertise.
3. Champion Forum Engagement
• Rotating Spotlight: Each month, a champion presents a quick “win” or lesson learned
• Guest Speakers: Operations leaders or key suppliers join to share best practices
• Recognition & Rewards: Quarterly “Champion of the Month” shout-outs and small incentives
• Continuous Microlearning: Short demos on new features, peer Q&A and feedback loops
Let me know if you’d like to schedule a 15-minute call to review the template together or discuss any other details. I’m excited to help you see how these tools and processes can elevate both procurement and sales.
Best,
J***e
HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain