Sr. Manager Supply Chain

24 May 2024

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The  Supply Chain Senior Manager will develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives aimed at creating a scalable, efficient and valued added organization within the Roanoke manufacturing operation and promote performance excellence and professionalism within the site’s Supply Chain Management function.  The ideal candidate will have an insatiable desire for continuous improvement both for the organization and for their own professional development. This role includes:Direct entire site supply chain management process driving collaboration and synergies across the Night Vision business.Administer a program of effective supply chain strategy incorporating lean materials management and logistics principles to include planning, procurement, receipt, storage, kitting, point of use, inventory control and reconciliation based on a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) methodology.  Drive to optimum total cost, establish and manage terms and conditions, adhere to established quality standards, product specifications, schedules and customer requirements and expectations.Be a key member of the site leadership team to establish ongoing strategy development and effectively interact with internal and external executives, business unit leads, and cross functional peers through healthy conflict and problem solving.Partner with site management and program management and drive a disciplined production control process through a robust use of Sales, Inventory, & Operations Planning (SIOP) and Enterprise and Material Resource Planning tools, ERP and MRP.  Be an approver of sales orders acceptance based on the SIOP and bid review processes.Establish systematic methods ensuring material visibility and accuracy in the stockroom as well as on the production floor.  Pursue zero defect cycle counting and material transactions.  Ensure products, parts or supplies are shipped, distributed and/or received in an efficient and timely manner.  Maintain warehouse safety in accordance with both company and governmental standards.Evaluate and determine labor requirements through workforce planning to ensure the best utilization of personnel and work flow to meet proposal and production schedules.  Select, train, and develop subordinates.  Assign work for most efficient utilization of personnel, reviewing their activities to ensure quality performance.  Make appropriate promotional and salary recommendations or terminations.Through subordinate leaders, manage the receiving and storing of materials and the shipping of finished goods.  Ensure that materials are received from proper vendors, delivered to inventory and finished goods, and are packaged and shipped in a timely manner.Through effective planning and material management, enable leveraged spend and cost savings and strong negotiating positions across the enterprise.Ensure accurate input and quotations for business proposals by providing complete review of bills of material from engineering, development of criteria for suppliers, selection of best suppliers for quotes, and negotiations for most favorable terms and conditions.  Provide all necessary back-up information that may be required depending on the type of proposal (e.g. FAR, DFAR, DoD, FAA, etc).In collaboration with Supplier Quality, continuously evaluate suppliers and optimize the supplier base through analyses of their capabilities, quality performance, delivery performance, price competitiveness, production rates and tooling availability.  Demonstrate knowledge of electronics, chemical, fabrication, and optics industries to ensure that all materials meet established quality standards set forth in purchase specifications.Ensure company procurement policies and procedures required for purchase order and subcontract terms and conditions, re-determinations, contract terminations and supplier relations and negotiations are followed to maintain compliance with all applicable federal laws and requirements including FAR, DFAR, DoD & FAA regulations.Maintain direct and strong relationships with affiliates, suppliers, internal and external customer representatives, and subcontractors to provide efficient, timely and cost‑effective procurement of materials.  Keep abreast of innovation and industry trends in supply chain and strategic sourcing.Review and approve all Supply Chain financial inputs (labor & material) for proposals, EAC, AOP, and other business requirements.Provide final sign off of non-MRP requisitions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.Represent Elbit Systems of America in negotiations with government or customers in support of material procurement activities.Develop and maintain appropriate affiliation with state and federal agencies, carrier groups, and shipper organizations to effectively plan and direct the transportation activities of the site, and comply with state and federal regulations.Facilitate the efficient resolution to all supply chain problems and coordinate problem resolution with all interfacing departments to provide optimum production, quality and delivery of Elbit America products.Promote positive employee relations and adherence to company policies and procedures.Maintain effective liaison with the Department of Defense, private and public agencies to ensure optimum negotiations and compliance with all government and contractual regulations.Other related duties as assigned by management. Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in Purchasing Management, preferably in the Aerospace or Defense marketProven experience with team management, training and developmentOutstanding leadership, negotiating, communication and managerial skillsBS or BA degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations or equivalent related required; MBA or Master’s Degree preferredLean Six Sigma Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification with training or project completion preferred7+ years of ERP experience requiredExceptional analytical, problem-solving and conceptual thinking skillsKnowledge of long-term agreements and vendor relationship managementStrong ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutionsExcellent data analysis skills with the ability to translate data into detailed and graphical presentations to leadership and key stakeholdersHigh proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointAbility to prioritize initiatives based on business needs and requirementsTravel requirement:  20-30%

  • ID: #49989418
  • State: Virginia Roanoke 24019 Roanoke USA
  • City: Roanoke
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Full-time
  • Showed: 2023-05-24
  • Deadline: 2023-07-23
  • Category: Et cetera