Director of Supply Chain Management

About the role

The Director of Supply Chain Management (SCM) oversees the entire X-Bow enterprise’s SCM, balancing strategic and tactical responsibilities. The role involves leading a 45+ member team in managing procurement, demand planning, logistics, and business operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive a multi-year Procurement strategy roadmap focusing on cost savings, secondary sources of supply, and building strategic partnerships.
• Create value and drive margin through innovative cost savings initiatives, including pricing negotiations, RFPs, supplier portfolio management, specification/formulation optimization, and logistics efficiencies.
• Achieve established cost savings goals, improve efficiencies, and ensure quality and compliance for the procurement team.
• Establish and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and best practices, including Procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track performance and improvement for the team.
• Prepare weekly spend reporting and coordinate with accounting staff for timely vendor invoice payments.
• Communicate procurement strategies, performance, and cost-saving initiatives weekly to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors, negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to optimize value and mitigate risks.
• Manage supplier contracts throughout their lifecycle, including negotiation, renewal, and termination.
• Process purchase orders; develop bids and proposals; and reconcile any invoice discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review demand, optimize inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery of materials and goods.
• Implement proactive risk management strategies and KPIs to mitigate supply chain disruptions and improve performance.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the SCM team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Develop and mentor team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Establish performance goals and conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in procurement practices.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to safeguard procurement processes and mitigate risks.
• Employ knowledge and awareness of Cost Accounting systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, SCM, or a related field.
• 10+ years progressive SCM experience in defense, aerospace, propulsion, energetics, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience as a people manager leading SCM teams at the senior manager or director level, with direct supervisory responsibility for a meaningful-sized (multi-level) organization rather than a small team of individual contributors.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to influence and build consensus with internal senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certification in procurement (e.g., CSCP, CPSM), a Master's degree in SCM, Operations, or Business Administration, knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and deep understanding of aerospace industry standards, such as AS9100, long-lead engineered components, and complex global logistics are all pluses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, SCM, or a related field.
• 10+ years progressive SCM experience in defense, aerospace, propulsion, energetics, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience as a people manager leading SCM teams at the senior manager or director level, with direct supervisory responsibility for a meaningful-sized (multi-level) organization rather than a small team of individual contributors.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to influence and build consensus with internal senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certification in procurement (e.g., CSCP, CPSM), a Master's degree in SCM, Operations, or Business Administration, knowledge of FAR/DFAR, and deep understanding of aerospace industry standards, such as AS9100, long-lead engineered components, and complex global logistics are all pluses.

Skills

• Strategic Procurement Leadership
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Demand Planning and Supply Chain Optimization
• Team Leadership and Development
• Compliance and Governance

Benefits

X-Bow Systems offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

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