Senior Supply Chain Specialist

About the role

Electra is building the EL9 — a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology unlocks thousands of new operating locations and enables Direct Aviation: quiet, point-to-point regional travel that gets people from where they are to where they want to go, without the congestion of major airports or the noise of conventional aviation. A global company, headquartered in Manassas, VA, Electra is backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, and Safran, has filed for FAA Part 23 type certification, and carries 2,000+ intent to purchase from operators worldwide. We’re a team of ~100 people moving fast toward first EL9 test flights in 2027 and certification by late 2029 or 2030. Every hire matters at this stage — and this role is no exception. Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a Supply Chain Analyst to develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals. This role uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes - assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support program planning and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals
• Use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes
• Assemble data, analyze performance, identify problems, and develop recommendations that support program planning and operations
• Monitor key performance indicators and analyze cost-to-serve performance data
• Coordinate cross-functional work teams to increase the effectiveness of supply chain initiatives
• Analyze production planning, material procurement, inventory control, rate setting, outsourcing, vendor selection and retention, expediting, and distribution
• Monitor contract compliance for logistics service providers and other suppliers
• Develop analytical reports and analyses to support negotiations with suppliers of goods and services
• Report on operational performance measurements and purchase price variance (PPV) analysis
• Support negotiations with third-party providers as needed
• Coordinate with other departments, as well as with distributors, transporters, storage facilities, and suppliers
• Other duties as assigned
• Conduct low to medium complexity sourcing processes

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain analysis, procurement, or logistics, preferably within aerospace