Manager Supply Chain

Elbit America • Tucson, AZ

13h

About The Position

The Manager Supply Chain is responsible for the strategic, tactical and operational activities to achieve a value-added supply chain responsive to program requirements. Activities include supply / demand management of purchased components, planning, sourcing, procurement and collaboration with suppliers and internal customers to drive out unnecessary costs and inefficiencies. The manager facilitates the management of relationships with major suppliers for the acquisition of quality assured commodities and works closely with the Operations team. The manager will implement appropriate sourcing strategies to control the company’s purchased material costs and to assure an adequate source of supply will be provided while managing and optimizing supplier performance; including continuous improvement, innovations, obsolescence and reduction in total cost of ownership.

Requirements

• Associate's degree is required
• 5-10 years of functional (using skill set) experience is required
• 5-10 years of management experience is required
• 5-10 years of industry experience is required
• ESD Training Pre-requisite (Within One Year of Taking Position)
• Safety Training, as dictated by Safety Department Pre-requisite (Within One Year of Taking Position)
• Proven background in management of Supply Chain, Procurement and Material Planning Staff.
• Strong knowledge of commodity purchasing practices.
• Quality assurance systems and methods.
• Strong communication skill both verbal and electronic.
• Aware of technical aspects associated with the production of the goods to be produced.
• Strong program/project management experience.
• FAR/DFAR - strong working knowledge.
• Aerospace, Military or similar industry experience.
• Demonstrated electronic/mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of fixed pricing agreements and supplier managed inventory.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that item master and item supplier information (item planning and ordering attributes, lead times, sourcing) is up-to-date in ERP system.
• Support required inputs for material kick-offs led by Master Production Scheduling.
• Ensures inventory investment is minimized and material service is attained by using recommendations primarily from MRP on what to order, when to order, when to schedule delivery and when to reschedule / cancel.
• Ensure non-MRP driven procurement like life-time buys are accompanied by signatory approval and properly accounted (unique project and warehouse).
• Ensure open purchase orders reflect current commitments by suppliers.
• Provide inputs to Engineering on break-in of configuration changes (deletions / additions) to minimize cost / schedule impact through CCB participation, diminishing manufacturing sources risk / mitigation through DMS Council participation, corrections needed in PLM via RT Tracker system for items (commodity code, QVL, DMS flag) and where-used assemblies (QPA).
• Assure ECO inventory disposition decisions are implemented in a timely manner (scrap, rework).
• Address unplanned demand (2nd issues, scrap replacement) with Manufacturing (resolve cause if possible and for unresolved, mitigate risk of stock-outs via attrition planning).
• Assure active involvement with Manufacturing and Warehousing to monitor / manage inventory of floor stock items to assure no stock-outs (actual consumption not consistent with BOM planned consumption, many are time-sensitive).
• Manage the process for commodity buyer/planner staff.
• Facilitate the management of relationships with major suppliers for timely performance of the procurement process in the acquisition of quality assured commodities.
• Works under the direction of the Sr. Manager, Supply Chain in the preparation and execution of contract mechanisms, including purchase orders and major framework agreements with suppliers.
• Communicate non-support of MRP need, specifically, material shortages, supplier issues, actions taken to resolve, committed resolution dates to Senior Manager, Supply Chain. Production Planning, Master Production Scheduling and Operations Managers.
• Works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager on product specifications and other product quality issues, and to ensure that all commodities procured under contract meet the appropriate standards for quality, efficacy and safety or other such appropriate standards.
• Assure items sent to MRB are dispositioned in timely manner.
• Support Inventory Analyst queries and lessons learned.
• Follows procurement policies and standard operating procedures. Will assist in developing standard operating procedures as requested.
• Ensures that procurement is carried out in accordance with program contractual requirements, including US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR and DFAR).
• Contributes to the preparation of requests for approvals and/or waivers.
• Monitors manufacturer performance and works with Supply Line Engineering in the development of solutions if problems arise.
• Assures compliance of suppliers with routing guide issued by ESA Freight Council. Works with the manufacturer, in-country teams and programs in support of commodity registrations as required.
• Manage and facilitate all facets of supply management activities within the commodity groups and their suppliers.
• Support company and business unit objectives, providing the company competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services.
• Create and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers to foster feedback and continuous improvement.
• Negotiate and manage all supplier pricing agreements for assigned commodities.
• Manage suppliers, cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Understand the key cost drivers and market factors for assigned commodities.
• Implement appropriate sourcing strategies to control the company’s purchased material costs and to assure an adequate source of supply.
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process.
• Developing strategies for assigned commodities to include spend analysis, market and geographic considerations, strategic importance, etc.
• Managing and optimizing supplier performance, including continuous improvement, innovations, obsolescence and reduction in total cost of ownership.
• Maintains and promotes sound relationships with suppliers and the business community.
• Support ESA’s efforts for staff retention and performance development.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree