Lead, Supplier Performance & Global Supply Resilience

Amentum•Richmond, VA

1d•Remote

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. The Lead, Supplier Performance & Global Supply Resilience is a strategic leader responsible for transforming the global supply base into a source of competitive advantage. This role architects and governs a world-class supplier performance framework that drives innovation, risk resilience, operational excellence, and end-to-end visibility across a complex international network. This leader moves the organization from reactive supplier management to predictive, data-driven performance intelligence—ensuring the supply base accelerates growth, protects continuity, and advances enterprise objectives. This position is remote-telework. US Citizenship is required to apply.

Requirements

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong Analytical capability with performance metrics and data visualization and have problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work, and a keen eye for aesthetics.
8+ years progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, or supplier performance leadership with Bachelor's degree; 5+ years of relevant experience with Master’s degree
Experience managing global supply bases across multiple regions.
Experience implementing supplier governance and performance frameworks.
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives at scale.
US Citizenship is required to apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience with digital supply chain platforms or supplier portals.
Knowledge of geopolitical risk and supply chain resilience modeling.
MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent operational excellence certification.

Responsibilities

Global Supplier Performance Strategy Design and lead a standardized global supplier performance governance model.
Develop KPI architecture (OTIF, quality, cost, service, ESG, innovation metrics).
Implement predictive analytics and AI-enabled performance dashboards.
Drive root cause resolution and structured corrective action programs.
Lead executive-level supplier performance reviews.
Supply Risk & Resilience Leadership Establish multi-tier supplier visibility (Tier 1–N mapping).
Develop geopolitical, financial, and operational risk monitoring frameworks.
Lead scenario planning, stress testing, and contingency strategy development.
Partner with IT and cybersecurity teams on digital supply risk mitigation.
Supplier Innovation & Value Creation Launch structured supplier innovation programs and joint business planning.
Develop incentive structures that reward performance acceleration and innovation.
Identify cost transformation, sustainability, and technology opportunities within the supply base.
Position suppliers as strategic partners, not transactional vendors.
Digital Enablement & Visibility Support implementation of supplier portals and performance management platforms.
Establish real-time dashboards and control-tower visibility.
Drive integration across ERP, P2P, and risk intelligence systems.
Automate reporting workflows and improve data integrity.
Champion digital tools that enhance transparency and decision speed.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.
Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.
Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.