DIRECTOR OF SUPPLY CHAIN
About The Position
The Director of Supply Chain provides strategic leadership and oversight of Purchasing, Material Control, Supplier Development, and Logistics functions supporting aerospace manufacturing operations. The role collaborates with department managers and cross-functional leaders to align supplier performance, inventory management, and logistics with business objectives, customer requirements, and operational goals. The position calls for a hands-on aerospace supply chain leader with strong supplier relationship management and negotiation expertise, as well as knowledge of AS9100 compliance and audit requirements. The Director oversees departmental performance, supplier development, inventory practices, and domestic and international logistics. The role ensures compliance with applicable quality, trade, export, customer, and contractual requirements, and supports continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and resolution of supply chain issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive Supply Chain leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Experience leading Purchasing, Material Control, Supplier Development, and Logistics functions through departmental managers.
- Strong knowledge of Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP/MRP systems.
- Experience supporting AS9100 certification and customer and internal audits, including corrective action management.
- Working knowledge of DFARS, ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory requirements applicable to aerospace and defense supply chains, including government and military programs.
- Proven success negotiating supplier agreements, pricing, lead times, capacity commitments, and strategic partnerships.
- Strong supplier relationship management and supplier development experience.
- Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times, more with assistance.
- Ability to traverse manufacturing facilities.
Nice To Haves
- MBA or advanced degree.
- APICS CPIM, CSCP, or CPSM certification.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience with aerospace OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or defense contractors.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for Purchasing, Material Control, Supplier Development, and Logistics functions.
- Drive supply chain performance through KPI management, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Ensure compliance with AS9100 requirements, company procedures, and customer expectations.
- Lead corrective and preventive actions related to supply chain audits and performance issues.
- Partner with the Purchasing Manager to establish sourcing strategies, supplier selection criteria, and procurement priorities aligned with customer requirements and DFARS.
- Support supplier negotiations, long-term agreements, and strategic supplier relationships.
- Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
- Oversee Material Control and Inventory Management activities through the department leadership team.
- Review inventory performance, material availability, and working capital metrics to ensure organizational objectives are achieved.
- Support resolution of critical material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and supply chain disruptions when escalation is required.
- Ensure inventory management practices support production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
- Oversee supplier development initiatives to improve quality, delivery, capacity, and responsiveness.
- Support supplier audits, assessments, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Drive supplier performance and risk mitigation strategies.
- Partner with the Logistics Manager to oversee domestic and international logistics operations, ensuring secure and compliant movement of aerospace, defense, ITAR-controlled, and military materials.
- Ensure compliance with ITAR, EAR, import/export regulations, customer requirements, and contractual obligations for domestic and international shipments.
- Manage relationships with freight carriers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics partners to support on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and operational performance.
- Improve logistics performance while mitigating transportation risks, customs delays, shipping disruptions, and customer delivery challenges.
- Perform other duties as necessary and/or required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
