Senior Manager Supply Chain Job Listing at Leonardo DRS in Danbury, CT (Job ID 1280529500)

Description

Job ID: 111882 

The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.

Join our Danbury, CT team as a Senior Manager Supply Chain responsible for quality, delivery, and cost of procured materials for use in various electronic systems on naval ships and submarines.

• Manage a multi-discipline team and clearly communicate departmental goals and metrics
• Assist in the development of forecast/requirements for Supply Chain
• Assist in developing and implementing strategy; create Strategic Supplier Purchase Agreements
• Determine and recommend new suppliers and implement transition plans
• Monitor metrics and take action as appropriate
• Review open requisitions weekly and meet with appropriate buyers on the open requisitions
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality on a team approach to supplier assessments and approval
• Advise planning, engineering, and drafting of item master errors, updates, or omissions as well as changes in prices or lead times in relation to mil-specs or new or obsolete items
• Expedite critical components to ensure on-time deliveries
• Look for creative ways to improve purchasing ability to make contributions to the company's goals

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience in high technology, aerospace or defense + experience with leading a team of direct reports in a related area
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management tools and procedures
• Demonstrated management skills, particularly influence management and conflict resolution
• Experience throughout the product lifecycle from New Product Introduction through obsolescence to include:  generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, strategic supplier selection, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation for cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
• Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and DoD, ITAR, EAR, FAR, DFAR regulations
• A problem-solver, a strong negotiator, and customer focused
• Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, program reviews, scheduling and budget control

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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