Director, Supply Chain Management

4 days ago


Tustin, United States Design West Technologies, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Design West Technologies Inc. is a leading provider of cutting-edge aerospace and military technologies. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we specialize in designing, manufacturing, and delivering high-performance solutions for our clients worldwide. Our team comprises passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in aerospace and defense.

Position Overview:

Design West Technologies Inc is seeking a Director, Supply Chain Management to be responsible for leading a supply chain and purchasing team. This is a leadership position in DWT and this person will advise the company's senior management on supply chain strategies to meet essential company and customer performance objectives, as well implementing continuous improvement goals for the company. This individual is the leader responsible for materials and services purchased to support product delivery. Additional responsibilities include leading the supply chain team in developing and implementing procurement, subcontract and material objectives, and business strategies. The candidate will lead a diverse team and manage a dynamic and complex supply chain.

Key Job Duties:

  • Develop and implement complex integrated supply chain and operations strategies that cross a variety of inter-related programs.
  • Work closely with manufacturing, quality, finance, programs, and engineering to ensure sources of supply are available to meet company objectives.
  • Manage a team of supply chain acquisition personnel regarding their development and productivity for the program areas, which includes performing all reviews, staffing management, and personnel development.
  • Advise and direct other functions within the company to meet all material contract objectives (technical, cost, schedule, and quality.)
  • Collaborate pro-actively with all other functions outside of SCM to ensure that program and functional execution strategies are successfully executed.
  • Manage on-time delivery (OTD) and quality performance. This includes supplier delivery and quality management using such tools as Recovery Plans, Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), Return to Green (RTG) plans, capacity plans, future contract delivery alignment, and management of the overall strategic relationship and workshare recommendations.
  • Support program acquisition and supplier strategies to support program plans and contracting while maintaining affordability with key responsibility for ensuring a delivery performance that meets our needs.
  • Collaborate with business development, program management, and engineering to ensure early supply chain involvement in proposal and design efforts.
  • Oversee initiatives resulting in the continuous improvement of the supply chain through cost reduction, quality improvement, and lead-time reduction.
  • Meet supply chain business support objectives for cost, quality, and on-time delivery of material and services.
  • Create supply chain strategies to meet the Annual Operating Plan and Strategic Goal Plan
  • Achieve FAR/DFAR-compliant procurement processes.

Requirements:

  • BA in business management, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred, and MBA is a plus.
  • 5-10 years of experience in operations, supply chain, project management, program management, engineering, or other related defense or commercial work experience preferred
  • Experience with Operations Management, Supplier management; Subcontract management; Program Management experience a plus
  • Experience performing supplier assessments to mitigate risk, capture opportunity, manage qualified product delivery, and ensure the right resources are deployed on development and production programs.
  • Experience interfacing with external customers and all levels of internal management
  • Experience with the financial impacts of decisions on the organization's budget and the program, including managing cost, schedule, and performance.

Key Competencies for the role:

  • Excellent people management and mentoring skills including coaching, interviewing, and providing feedback and recognition.
  • Knowledge of company people management policies and procedures, including hiring, performance management, corrective action, and compensation administration
  • Strong Oral and written communication skills

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Exciting and challenging work in a dynamic industry with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Join our team and be a part of shaping the future of aerospace and defense technology If you have the skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Design West Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.




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