Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sr Supply Chain Manager

Sierra Nevada Corporation$100K — $130K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or extensive relevant experience (15+ years) in lieu of a degree.
  • 11+ years in operations or related area.
  • Extensive knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
  • In-depth expertise in Commodity, Category, and Sourcing Management.
  • Excellent negotiation strategy skills.
  • Ability to read and understand technical requirements and manufacturing timelines.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of supply chain strategies aligned with company vision.
  • Continuously improve supply chain processes for efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Mentor a high-performing team, fostering innovation and excellence.
  • Cultivate strong supplier relationships for reliable material flow.
  • Develop risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
  • Partner with senior leadership and other departments for cohesive operations.
  • Establish key performance indicators for supply chain visibility.
  • Explore and implement advanced technologies for supply chain excellence.

Benefits

  • Generous medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • 3 weeks paid time off per year.
  • Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Senior Supply Chain Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight for the entire supply chain function. This role is responsible for developing and implementing supply chain strategies, optimizing processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with the company's long-term vision and objectives.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Job Description

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and execution of supply chain strategies that align with the company's vision and objectives.
  • Continuously improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support program goals.
  • Mentor and develop a high-performing team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable and cost-effective material flow.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
  • Partner with senior leadership, program management, and other departments to ensure cohesive supply chain operations.
  • Establish and monitor key performance indicators to drive supply chain visibility and achievement of goals.
  • Manage the preparation and execution of capital, contract equipment, and facility budgets to support business needs.
  • Lead the exploration and implementation of advanced technologies and innovative solutions to drive supply chain excellence.


Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • 11+ years of experience in operations or a related area.
  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 15 years of related experience is required.
  • Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain principles, and advanced contract management.
  • Has industry knowledge and best practices
  • Highly proficient with developing and presenting business case materials to all levels of the organization to gain understanding, alignment and action.
  • In-depth working knowledge of Commodity, Category and Sourcing Management.
  • Background in manufacturing timelines and requirements.
  • Ability to read and understand technical requirements.
  • Excellent negotiation strategy skills.
  • Candidate must have extensive Supply Chain Management skills.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required


Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • Professional certification such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).
  • Proven leadership experience in managing large-scale supply chain operations.
  • CPSM (all levels) or equivalent.
  • Experience working in Supply Chain supporting government contracts.
  • Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance.
  • Experience with major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P)/Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems.


Essential Functions:
  • Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
  • Proficiency in using a computer for extended periods.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
  • Regular travel may be required for supplier visits, audits, and senior management meetings.


This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

About Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is an American privately held electronic systems provider and systems integrator specializing in microsatellites, telemedicine, and commercial orbital transportation services. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. SNC has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 33 locations in 19 U.S. states, United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, and Australia. The company's products and services include spacecraft, aircraft, electronics, and cyber security. SNC is committed to providing innovative solutions that help customers achieve their goals.
Learn more about Sierra Nevada Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1980

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