Deputy Director of Supply Chain

Summary

Redwire is seeking an experienced and strategic Deputy Director of Supply Chain to help lead our international Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as deputy to the Director of Supply Chain, owning day-to-day operating execution across the domestic sites (San Luis Obispo, Huntsville, and Ann Arbor) and stepping in for the Director as needed.
• Manage core supply chain functions across sites, including procurement, materials management, supply chain planning, and supplier relationship management.
• Drive the analytics process in partnership with the Analytics team: define KPIs and baselines for on-time delivery, spend, supplier performance, and inventory, set the reporting cadence, and lead return-to-green plans for critical suppliers.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop site managers and buyers, and onboard and train new managers, including extended on-site support during the stand-up of new site leadership.
• Cook up cross-site strategy, communication, and shared procurement, including combined sourcing across San Luis Obispo and Huntsville.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, and support or lead negotiations to drive cost savings.
• Support the Director's compliance program, including CPSR, DCMA surveillance, FAR and DFARS, and content and trade requirements such as the Berry Amendment, NDAA, and TAA, working alongside the Compliance function to keep execution aligned with requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and ERP (Odoo) initiatives to enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and agility.
• Monitor supply chain risk and develop contingency and business continuity plans.
• Travel to company and supplier sites as needed to support execution, onboarding, training, and supplier engagement.
• Collaborate across functions, including engineering, manufacturing, programs, quality, contracts, and finance, to synchronize supply chain activity.
• Support global supply chain strategy in alignment with the company's business objectives, and stay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• An MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable.
• 10+ years in progressively senior supply chain or operations leadership, preferably in aerospace, defense, or aviation, with exposure to UAS/UAV products a plus.
• Strong understanding of procurement, materials management, production planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies that align with business objectives.
• Experience with DCMA and DoD FAR and DFARS supply chain regulations and government purchasing system (CPSR) expectations.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with a track record of managing complex supplier relationships and driving cost savings.
• Experience implementing supply chain digitalization, including advanced analytics, automation, and ERP systems.
• Proficiency in supply chain analytics and the use of data-driven insights to guide decisions and process improvements.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to develop and motivate a high-performing, multi-site team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Solid organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is desirable.
• Willingness to travel to company and supplier sites as needed.
• A commitment to continual learning and growth, as a leader and in the field.