Manager Supply Chain

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, materials management, production planning, inventory control, logistics, and supplier relationship management.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, managing contracts, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments, including engineering, manufacturing, assembly, and finance, to ensure alignment and synchronization of supply chain activities.
• Lead the development and execution of demand forecasting, inventory management, and production planning processes to meet customer demands while minimizing lead times and optimizing inventory levels.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure and monitor supply chain performance, including supplier performance, on-time delivery, inventory turns, and cost efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and digitalization initiatives to enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and agility.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices in supply chain management.
• Assess and manage supply chain risks, develop contingency plans, and implement business continuity strategies.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop and manage the supply chain budget, monitor costs, and drive cost reduction initiatives.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management, business administration, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Manager Supply Chain or a similar Procurement role in the aerospace or automotive industry, exposure to UAV products is preferable.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles, practices, and technologies.
• Excellent understanding of procurement, materials management, production planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Knowledge of DCMA, DoD and relevant international supply chain regulations.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills, with experience in building supplier relationships and driving cost savings.
• Proficiency in supply chain analytics and the use of data-driven insights to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Familiarity with international trade regulations, customs procedures, and logistics management for global operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with departments at all levels.