Director of Supply Chain

CIS Secure•Kincora, VA

1d•$150,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CIS Secure Computing is seeking a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Director of Supply Chain that encompasses all aspects of the supply chain. This will include procurement of materials, inventory control, warehouse, picking, and the shipping/receiving departments. The goal is to drive inventory accuracy, accurate kitting of work orders to production, and develop efficient receiving and shipping processes using Lean principles for uninterrupted production and audit compliance. The Director of Supply Chain must be a respected leader, fostering strong relationships with suppliers and departments within the organization, including Production Control, Material Planning, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Facilities, all striving to achieve our corporate goals and objectives. The candidate will be responsible for all purchasing functions and inventory assets (plant, 3PL, sub-contractors, and internal suppliers) and manage a team of approximately 15 to 20 employees, including the Senior Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing Manager, Buyers, Warehouse/Inventory Control, and Shipping/Receiving personnel. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Operations. Someone who is a change agent, collaborative, and excels in dealing with overall supply chain logistics of a fast-paced, dynamic electronics assembly organization with a high degree of managerial skills will find this role extremely rewarding.

Requirements

CLEARANCE: This position does not require an active security clearance at the time of application. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, required.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in a business or technical discipline, OR 10+ years related experience in electronics assembly inventory procurement preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 10 years of related experience in electronics assembly, inventory, and procurement preferred.
Analytical capabilities, including data analysis to optimize inventory levels; advanced MS Excel skills.
Must have experience adhering to AS9100 and AS6500 supply chain requirements.
Experience with standard ERP software and unique Vendor and Visual management systems.
Highly detailed and service oriented, strong process-driven nature strongly desired.
Strong interpersonal, team and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
Must be able to use hands and fingers to type.
Must be able to reach with hands and arms for using a computer.
Occasionally required to move 5 – 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred.
LEAN / Six Sigma training preferred.

Responsibilities

Setting the strategic vision for the department to achieve corporate objectives
Managing daily operation of the Supply Chain team
Hiring, training, supervising and evaluating Supply Chain personnel; ensuring personnel operate in accordance with company guidelines and governmental regulations
Ensuring compliance with company and governmental procurement policies and requirements, including, but not limited to FAR/DFARS, ITAR, Procurement Integrity, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), foreign anti-bribery laws, and import/export regulations
Must have experience with AS9100 and AS6500 requirements (Counterfeit materials, part traceability, anti-tamper, etc and all Supply Chain related processes and procedures)
Must have experience flowing down AS9100 and AS6500 and any other contract requirements to the supply base
Must have experience in Supply Chain Risk Management processes
Supporting procurement strategies designed to reduce costs, improving product and service quality and expediting delivery.
Optimizing use of technology to streamline procurement processes
Preparing requests for quotes from suppliers
Managing supplier qualification and selection process; evaluating quotes and ensuring quality, cost and lead time requirements are met
Foster supplier relationships to manage End of Life and other supply chain risk methodologies
Develop methods to obtain year over year cost improvements on purchased parts
Fostering and maintaining relationships with suppliers; establishing and monitoring supplier performance metrics; resolving disputes with suppliers
Monitoring and controlling requisitioning and ordering of goods and services based on approved purchasing authority levels and budgets
Staying abreast of market trends and end of life issue for electronics purchases
Identify inventory discrepancies, research root causes and lead efforts to implement demonstrated permanent corrective actions (i.e., no repeat variances)
The position requires a strong analytical skillset, along with data-driven and a logical approach for improvement actions
Provide evidence of cycle count program compliance for count frequency, approvals aligned with targeted thresholds, and sustainable corrective actions
Drive continuous and simplistic process and system improvements for robust material flow, minimal shortages and correct part quantity accuracy
Work with Production Control, Material Planning, Logistics, Production, and Quality to drive inventory accuracy in the factory
Control and confirm inventory adjustments, appropriate transactions and research variances
Develop intuitive analysis tools and KPI’s for confirmation and reporting of inventory control metrics
Responsible for all shipping and receiving activities including international and customer specific requirements for civilian, government and DOD customers
Initiate checks and balances for all processes and transactions

Benefits

401(k) with company matching
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Health Savings Account option
Flexible Spending
Vision insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay