Supply Chain Product Manager

E-Space•Arlington, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Product Manager owns the end-to-end supply chain process for assigned programs — from procurement and part number creation through PO issuance, inventory control, and delivery — ensuring efficient and effective execution of business activities. This is a hands-on execution role with no direct reports. Occasional travel for supplier visits.

Requirements

Experience supporting U.S. government programs, including familiarity with government contracting mechanisms (e.g., OTA, FAR/DFARS-adjacent requirements)
Operational supply chain experience (procurement, inventory, production planning)
Direct purchasing experience
Hands-on experience with ERP systems for procurement, purchase order management, and part/item master data
Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs, and evaluate new ideas with internal and external partners
Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines with engineering, design, and program management counterparts to deliver on-time products/services
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use data and metrics to support recommendations and decisions
Ability to develop and execute project plans within budget and schedule constraints while managing multiple concurrent programs
Track record operating in ambiguous environments and defining processes that scale
Strong ability to review Bills of Materials, identify long-lead/high-risk items, and craft supply chain strategies to meet program objectives
Organized, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities without close supervision
Ability to obtain security clearance if needed

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with NetSuite, SAP or similar ERP/WMS platforms
Exposure to aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments
Understanding of quality flowdown, AS9100, or supplier qualification processes

Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end procurement process for assigned programs or products, including creating part numbers, placing purchase orders, and managing supplier follow-through from quote to delivery
Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors
Manage inventory levels to maintain product availability while minimizing excess stock
Track KPIs including inventory turnover, fill rates, and on-time delivery performance
Monitor demand forecasting and production planning processes to support efficient operations and service reliability
Identify, evaluate, and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve operational efficiency and profitability
Manage and analyze price changes and their impact on program cost baselines
Partner with Program Management to resolve supply chain-related business issues affecting program delivery
Prepare and distribute internal and external reports supporting operational and business requirements
Address and resolve quality control/quality assurance issues to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements
Review Bills of Materials to identify long-lead and high-risk items/systems and craft supply chain strategies to meet program objectives
Develop and execute project plans within budget and schedule constraints across multiple concurrent programs