Supply Chain Manager, AO

About the role

We're seeking a full-time, staff Supply Chain Manager to join our American Ordnance team in Middletown, IA. This position is critical for managing supply chain operations to meet military requirements.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages strategic sourcing and execution strategies for all materials, services, and equipment required by contract.
• Drives a culture focused on process, compliance, metrics, and tangible results.
• Contributes to the ongoing development of Supply Chain best practices across Munitions.
• Acts as a change agent to manage and influence change, drive customer focus, and accountability.
• Supports key operational stakeholders to ensure SAP and Supply Chain processes are in compliance.
• Supports proposal efforts including the development of the Supply Chain estimate, Program Procurement Plan and strategy, supplier solicitations, negotiations, and quality verification.
• Negotiates pricing, long-term agreements, and contract terms in compliance with FAR requirements.
• Performs cost/price analysis and manages procurement budgets.
• Maintains documentation for DCMA/DCAA requirements and supports related audits (CPSR).
• Provides guidance on disputes and risk management/mitigation including problem resolution, pre-qualification of suppliers, and identification of potential risk exposures relating to price and schedule.
• Leads, guides, directs, and mentors direct reports.
• Maintains overall team performance, conducts performance reviews, coaches, and develops team members.
• Engages in timely communication with Supply Chain leadership and site management teams to ensure and/or mitigate impact to scheduled dates/deliverables to drive positive business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance or equivalent business experience required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Government contracting experience in manufacturing, knowledge of metals and machining required.
• SAP or other ERP system experience required.
• Great attitude and team player.

Skills

• Highly proficient in MS Office & SAP with the ability to train and develop staff in current and new technology.
• Advanced negotiation skills with high level of expertise in Purchase Order/Subcontract review, interpretation, and writing.
• Forward thinker with quick adaptability to change, possesses strong analytical skills to break paradigms and promote creativity within a matrixed organization.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build strong relationships.
• Strong leadership and team building skills.
• Supply Chain professional with developed business acumen and the proven ability to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiencies through process improvement and innovation.
• Ability to analyze data from various systems/sources to determine opportunity/root cause.
• Possesses a passion for process and problem solving with a natural desire to simplify processes and optimize efficiency.
• Demonstrates strong negotiation, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!