Director of Supply Chain

Weckworth Manufacturing Inc. • Haysville, KS

2d • $90 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

Weckworth Manufacturing is seeking a proven leader to take the helm of our supply chain operations. This role reports directly to the President and will oversee a team of professionals across purchasing and inventory management. You’ll be stepping into a well-established role with the full support of our current long-tenured leader, who is transitioning into a senior contributor position. Your mission: build on our solid foundation while pushing for efficiency, cost control, and operational excellence. This is a 100% on-site leadership position at our Haysville facility. We’re a small business with a big footprint, and we need someone who leads for impact, not for status.

Requirements

• A strong track record in aerospace and/or defense supply chains or similar industries with stringent customer-driven requirements.
• Solid grasp of ERP/MRP systems and the ability to lead using data, not hunches.
• Strategic thinker with the willingness to roll up your sleeves when things need to get done—no ivory towers here.
• Excellent communication, vendor negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, other related field, or equivalent experienced based education.
• 5+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including leadership roles in a manufacturing environment—preferably job shop.
• Ability to sit for long periods at a desk and also stand as needed for meetings or tasks.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs is sometimes required for reports or small equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a supply chain team responsible for procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
• Develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Production to ensure material availability and on-time delivery.
• Support the sales and estimating team by providing accurate cost and lead time estimates for materials and components in new quotes.
• Manage vendor performance, negotiate supply agreements, and resolve issues constructively.
• Optimize supply chain efficiency through ERP (preferably JobBOSS, but not required) and data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Continuously assess supply chain KPIs and drive meaningful improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive wage and benefit package.
• Weckworth Manufacturing, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunity to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other protected group covered by applicable federal, state or local equal employment laws and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director