Supply Chain Manager

Plano Acquisition LLC • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Supply Chain Manager leads, develops, and executes supply chain strategies to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement, production planning, inventory control, and logistics operations. The role supports aerospace production by ensuring materials and components meet aerospace quality standards and are delivered in alignment with program timelines, regulatory requirements, and customer commitments.

The manager oversees end-to-end supply chain activities, including sourcing and procurement, supplier relationships, inventory and material flow, logistics, ERP/MRP systems, performance measurement, and continuous improvement. The role also leads and mentors buyers, planners, logistics personnel, and warehouse staff, and works with engineering, quality, program management, and production teams. The posting states that VIRTEX is an ITAR compliance employer and that every employee must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (valid green card holder).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain or operations, including at least 3 years in aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace quality and regulatory requirements, such as AS9100, ITAR, and FAR/DFAR.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven leadership ability and experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Must be able to sit at a workstation for long periods.
• Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (valid green card holder), as stated in the employer’s ITAR compliance requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• APICS/CPIM or PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with aerospace production schedules and business objectives.
• Manage procurement, vendor selection, negotiation, and strategic sourcing for aerospace-grade materials, components, and services.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure supplier compliance with AS9100, FAA, and other aerospace industry regulations.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels, lead times, and material flow to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
• Lead and mentor buyers, planners, logistics personnel, and warehouse staff.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to track supply chain effectiveness, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Oversee logistics operations, including inbound freight, customs compliance, and outbound shipping to customers or assembly locations.
• Maintain relationships with strategic suppliers and lead supplier development initiatives.
• Coordinate with program managers and production teams to support on-time delivery of aerospace parts and assemblies.
• Implement and maintain ERP/MRP systems to support planning, purchasing, and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across the supply chain.
• Follow all safety policies and regulations in the stockroom/warehouse.

What This Job Offers

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