Support Services Manager, Supply Chain

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works • Brunswick, ME

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About The Position

The Support Services Manager, Supply Chain reports to the Director, Supply Chain and is responsible for leading a team of ~30 buyers and material coordinators to procure and manage general material in support of BIW’s services business with ~8 Direct Reports.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Supervisory / Managerial experience required.
• Proven ability to develop, lead, and motivate people.
• Proven team-building skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other functions.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects.
• Superior understanding of supply chain function.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Nice To Haves

• defense industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure zero recordable injuries in supply chain
• Identify and implement projects that result in Waste Reductions
• Responsible for material estimate proposal development
• Responsible for procurement of all Planning Yard material and meeting schedule requirements of the Navy Customer
• Oversee the kitting and delivery of material (both Fabricated in house or purchased)
• Report Supply Chain activity performance and give formal presentations of material status and forecasts to the Navy Customer
• Facilitate Development Conversations for all direct reports at least on a quarterly basis identifying what they are doing well and areas of opportunity at their level or the level above as a potential promotion candidate
• Interface with BIW Design, Engineering, Program Office, Estimating, Contracts, Planning and Manufacturing
• Collaborate cross functionally to identify process gaps that are impacting downstream / upstream organizations and recommend a set of solutions
• Encourage / Drive the team to recommend process improvement initiatives that can reduce waste

What This Job Offers

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