Supply Chain Manager

NextDeavor•Oro Valley, AZ

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Exclusive confidential search — details shared with qualified applicants. Become a Key Player as a Supply Chain Manager. You will lead site-level procurement and material processes to meet supply chain goals across quality, delivery, cost, and inventory. You will influence site, division, and group stakeholders as a member of the senior leadership team and manage a team of buyers plus warehouse/logistics functions. Work model: Onsite.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (required) in supply chain or related field; analytical degree preferred
7–10 years of procurement experience with demonstrated operations procurement leadership
Experience with electronic material buying and procurement systems
Practical knowledge of sourcing, purchasing, and procurement processes and practices
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and supplier inventory programs (e.g., kanban, consignment)
Strong negotiation, risk assessment, relationship building, and market analysis skills
Ability to assess key business metrics, drive change, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to lead and motivate teams
Proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations
Must meet ITAR/EAR eligibility (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
Ability and willingness to travel (domestic/international)

Nice To Haves

Aerospace background (highly preferred)
Familiarity with FAR regulations and commercial aviation environments
Ability to understand and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications

Responsibilities

Set annual procurement targets, KPIs, and execution plans in coordination with site and functional leadership
Lead and supervise day-to-day procurement activities and inventory management (SIOP) to support manufacturing needs
Source new products and support new product introduction activities including sourcing, cost targeting, contracting, and risk management
Manage supplier contracts, negotiations, and commercial relationships to meet business, risk, and working capital objectives
Design and implement supplier inventory programs and maintain system parameters to meet material flow requirements
Lead supplier development, performance management, scorecards, corrective actions, and supplier reviews
Drive continuous improvement using lean techniques to improve inventory, supplier performance, total cost, and other KPIs
Manage staff selection, performance, development, retention, and training for procurement and logistics teams
Ensure compliance with domestic and international government laws, regulations, and company policy