Supply Chain Manager
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. The role supports aerospace production by ensuring materials and components meet aerospace quality standards and are delivered in line with program timelines, regulatory requirements, and customer commitments. The manager oversees sourcing, procurement, supplier relationships, inventory, material flow, logistics, and ERP/MRP processes. They work closely with engineering, quality, production, and program teams, and lead buyers, planners, logistics personnel, and warehouse staff. The position also supports continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
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 a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident due to ITAR and/or CUI compliance.
- Candidates considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test, including screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- APICS/CPIM or PMP certification.
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 inventory, 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 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 for planning, purchasing, and reporting.
- Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across the supply chain.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary supplemental insurances.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Employee assistance program (EAP).
- Sick leave, vacation time, and company-paid holidays as paid time off.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
