Supply Chain Manager

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading all supply chain operations-including planning, procurement, logistics, supplier management, and material flow-to support aerospace manufacturing or MRO activities. This role ensures material availability, regulatory compliance, supplier performance, and cost efficiency while maintaining alignment with production schedules and stringent aerospace quality standards. The Supply Chain Manager works cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and finance to build a resilient and high-performing supply chain. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement supply chain strategies that support production, program requirements, customer contracts, and organizational goals. Oversee procurement, materials planning, logistics, and inventory control teams to ensure seamless material flow. Ensure compliance with aerospace industry requirements, including AS9100, FAA regulations, and ITAR/EAR. Manage supplier performance through metrics, audits, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead supplier negotiations, long-term agreements, cost-reduction initiatives, and risk-mitigation strategies. Monitor and optimize inventory levels, lead times, and safety stock to balance cost and production requirements. Collaborate with engineering and operations on new product introductions, change management, and sourcing strategies. Oversee ERP/MRP system accuracy and performance to ensure effective planning and execution. Develop and track key supply chain KPIs such as on-time delivery, supplier quality, inventory turns, and total cost of ownership. Lead initiatives to improve supply chain resilience, such as dual-sourcing, supplier diversification, and capacity planning. Partner with Quality and Compliance teams to address nonconformances, ensure supplier corrective actions, and maintain certification standards. Manage budgets, forecasts, and supply chain reporting for executive leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred). 5+ years of supply chain experience in the aerospace or defense sector, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Strong understanding of aerospace standards and regulations (AS9100, ITAR/EAR, FAA). Proven experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, etc.). Demonstrated success in supplier management, negotiation, and contract development. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Experience with long-lead materials, precision components, and complex supply chains typical in aerospace. Core Competencies Strategic supply chain planning Supplier performance management Negotiation and contracting Cross-functional collaboration Risk management and mitigation Data-driven decision-making Leadership and team development Continuous improvement Lean, APICS (CPIM/CSCP), or Six Sigma certifications preferred. Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle parts. Typical machining plant environment with some at machine measuring or analysis of parts being produced. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. AMCO currently operates in three buildings so some movement between facilities may be required #J-18808-Ljbffr A-1 Machining Company