Key skills
ERPLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving
About this role
Role Overview
- Lead the strategic management of various suppliers and their material deliveries.
- Directly manage multiple subcontractor suppliers and monitor their performance against deliverables documented in a Statement of Work.
- Coordinate and lead weekly Supply Chain team meetings to review the status of purchase orders, material schedules, and anticipated deliveries.
- Conduct quarterly Supplier Program Management reviews, presenting supplier performance data to stakeholders, including Supply Chain leadership and the Program Management Office.
- Track, maintain, and report metrics related to supplier on-time delivery and supplier risks.
- Develop, track, and update material forecasts that contribute to the timely recognition of forecasted revenue commitments to the business.
- Provide weekly updates to Supply Chain leadership on program accomplishments, milestones, current actions, and risks.
- Lead and/or participate in efforts to provide material cost and labor inputs for proposal efforts.
- Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with critical suppliers covering supplier performance in quality, cost, and delivery.
- Lead resolution of technical and programmatic supplier issues.
- Assist with metrics, reporting, continuous improvement, and other strategic initiatives.
- Travel up to 25% annually, both domestically and internationally, in support of program execution and business development efforts.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree with 5+ years of experience, or MBA/MS/JD degree with 3+ years of experience.
- Comprehensive understanding of the procurement process (sourcing, qualifying suppliers, placing orders, tracking on-time deliveries, and expediting).
- Experience navigating an ERP system.
- Experience with contracting methods and types.
- Analytical thinking and problem solving, with the ability to apply sound judgment and creativity.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Financial acumen, including the ability to determine cost reasonableness.
- Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a Secret Security Clearance.
Tech Stack
- ERP
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
- Wellness and employee assistance resources
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage