Supply Chain Manager
Altron LLC•Anoka, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading, developing, and executing supply chain strategies to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement, production planning, inventory control, and logistics operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that materials and components meet strict aerospace quality standards and are delivered in alignment with program timelines, regulatory requirements, and customer commitments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
- 5–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain or operations
- At least 3 years in aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of aerospace quality and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, ITAR, FAR/DFAR)
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar)
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
- Proven leadership ability with experience managing cross-functional teams
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required due to defense contracts
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree
- APICS/CPIM or PMP certification is a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop and oversee end-to-end supply chain strategies that align 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, or other aerospace industry regulations.
- Monitor and optimize inventory levels, lead times, and material flow to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence.
- Lead and mentor a team of 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 strong 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
