Supply Chain Manager

INDRA AIR TRAFFIC INC • Overland Park, KS

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee our material sourcing, supplier relationships, and procurement activities. This role is critical in ensuring the availability of materials and components required for our production processes, while also managing supplier compliance and optimizing purchasing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of market trends, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead and mentor a team.

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or a related field.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills. Ability to forecast material needs and manage complex supplier relationships.
• Deep understanding of market trends, supplier evaluation processes, and compliance requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) are a plus.
• Proven experience in leading and developing a team preferred.
• Proficiency in working with Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) systems, including radar, satellite navigation, and communication systems used in air traffic control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Material Availability and Forecasting:Assess current material availability and forecast future availability based on market trends, delivery systems, and other influencing factors.Ensure that materials, components, and finished goods are sourced efficiently to meet production requirements.
• Supplier and Distributor Relationships:Maintain strong relationships with primary board and material manufacturers, ensuring they meet our quality and delivery standards.Continuously engage with parts distributors to source hard-to-find and obsolete components required for legacy board builds.Collaborate with internal teams to provide clear communication regarding lead times, material availability, and the status of orders and services.
• Order Process Management:Manage the entire order process lifecycle, from material availability and projected delivery to delivery tracking, customer receipt, and the use of materials or services during the project duration.Process purchase orders for materials, supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Negotiation and Cost Management:Leverage authorized distribution channels to negotiate the lowest prices and fastest turnaround times for materials and services.
• Compliance and Supplier Evaluation:Manage purchasing activities in accordance with the Corporate Suppliers Approval Process.Utilize Corporate documents to conduct technical evaluations of suppliers through the audit process and report audit results to the Global Corporate Purchasing Unit Staff.Maintain supplier relationships to ensure ongoing compliance with Corporate requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication:Collaborate with our Parent Company regarding third-party license agreements, supplier negotiations, and Purchasing-related projects and activities.Maintain clear and consistent communication with all relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership and Training:Lead and mentor the procurement team, providing guidance and training to ensure effective performance and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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