Manager- Supply Chain (2013-210) at Parsons

Job Description

The following describes in general terms the purpose and scope of the position. The Manager of Supply Chain Management will act as an integral member of the local senior operations leadership team, creating net value for Ducommun AeroStructures by leading the design and ongoing execution of a competitive supply chain infrastructure. The incumbent will have responsibility for all aspects of the supply chain for the site.

• Implement supply chain vision and strategic leadership for DAS location level. Scope of leadership includes the planning and execution activities associated with related business processes, systems development and utilization, purchased cost estimating, source selection and contracting, strategic partnering, supplier relationship management, compliance/governance and program execution.
  • Manage the site supply inventory and partner closely with internal customers to create operational excellence in the procurement of materials, equipment and services.
  • Lead local supply chain teams in the participation and optimization of cross site processes and procedures; driving efficiencies and commonality across all DAS sites.
  • Build and lead a high performance supply chain team. Includes selection, training, development, succession and performance management.
  • Manage the annual procurement budget in support of the company’s goals and objectives. Plan and achieve savings to the budget.
  • Work closely with site leadership and teams to improve business performance in supply chain management and to ensure the highest level of internal and external customer satisfaction.
  • Implement supply chain best practices and strategies to continually improve processes and procedures for procurement of materials, equipment and services.
  • Drive supply chain management systems and processes which leverage the optimum prices, quality and delivery schedules, as reported through site metrics.
  • Lead in the selection, evaluation and management of suppliers. Assure that relationships are developed and maintained with suppliers to ensure a high quality, reliable source of supplies and information.
  • Develop site level metrics to assess and improve the value of the supply chain according to division objectives; formally communicate results and progress monthly to business and site leadership.
  • Identify and promote information technology solutions and trends to improve supply chain management and achieve cost savings.
  • Manage key external and internal supply chain elements supporting inventory management goals.
  • Participate in Strategic Supply Chain development, including identification of new supplier opportunities, proposal preparation, ‘win strategy’ development and the achievement of contract awards.

Work Environment and Safety Equipment Required:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate.
• Must be able to occasionally lift from 1 – 50 pounds.
• Must be in good physical condition – job requires daily walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, reaching and light carrying of office type items.

• Must have good finger dexterity – daily computer interface, data entry, typing, operate copy machine, fax, telephone.
• Working conditions are: 95% office environment, 5% manufacturing environment.
• Noise level is moderate in manufacturing areas.
• Safety glasses required in all non-office areas, dress code per policy for working conditions and hearing protection as needed depending on environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for physical limitations.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments in accordance with business needs, and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential function of the job.

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, qualifications, competencies, abilities and any physical demands if required. Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential requirements of this job.

• Demonstrated experience utilizing quality systems, lean and continuous improvement processes and state of the art supply chain practices is required.
• Demonstrated expertise of ERP and MRP systems is required.
• Proven experience building and developing a high performance team of supply chain professionals is required.
  • Experience in commodity management and operations/materials management is strongly preferred.
  • Some experience managing logistics as it relates to customer shipments is preferred.
  • ISM or APICS certification is preferred.
  • Willing to travel as required to other DAS sites and to supplier locations is required; may be up to 25-30% at times.
  • Demonstrates strong business acumen and leadership. Seen as a “go-to" person on critical business and supply chain issues.
  • A seasoned negotiator with excellent influencing skills.
  • Must be capable of operating in a highly matrixed environment.
  • Relentless and results driven performer with a continuous improvement mind-set.
  • Superior interpersonal skills, delivers information clearly and factually. Capable of adjusting to situation or audience.
  • A natural leader and mentor, capable of assessing, selecting and developing professionals.
  • Excellent personal presence. Able to win respect from all levels of the organization and therefore have an immediate impact.
  • Able to work directly with and gain the confidence of senior management, peers and staff.
  • Clear understanding and adherence to ethical principles, company values, code of conduct and policies.
  • Able to work in a small and fiscally conservative organization which can require flexibility and diversity of responsibilities

Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess the outlined experience level, education, training, minimum years of experience, product or industry knowledge plus any certifications in order to be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related degree is required. Master Degree or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years well-rounded supply chain management experience in progressively senior positions. Experience must include supply chain management at a senior site level within the aerospace and defense industry.

Country: USA, State: Kansas, City: Parsons, Company: Ducommun Incorporated.