Supply Chain Manager (26821)

Summary:

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..

Essential Duties and 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.