Director of Supply Chain

Be visionaryTeledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.Job DescriptionAbout Teledyne FLIR DefenseJoin Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you’re mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.#AnyThreatAnywhereJob SummaryThe Teledyne FLIR Wilsonville operation is a leading manufacturer of advanced surveillance systems supporting defense, government, and commercial customers worldwide. We are seeking a strategic and results-oriented Director of Supply Chain to lead procurement, materials management, supplier performance, inventory optimization, and material readiness across the business.The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing supply chain strategies that support business growth, operational excellence, and customer commitments. This role will lead and develop a high-performing team while driving process standardization, supplier performance, inventory management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will collaborate across Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Quality, and Finance to ensure predictable execution, scalable growth, and a resilient supply chain organization.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesLead and develop procurement, commodity management, and materials teams.Develop and execute supply chain strategies that improve material readiness, supplier performance, and operational execution.Drive process excellence through standard work, performance metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement.Develop sourcing, commodity, and supplier strategies to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk.Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance.Optimize inventory, material availability, and working capital to support customer commitments.Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, shortages, and capacity constraints.Partner with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Quality, and Finance to improve planning and execution.Ensure effective use of SAP and business systems to support decision-making and operational performance.Maintain compliance with company policies, government regulations, and reporting requirements.Provide leadership for Shipping, Receiving, and Warehouse functions as required.Develop organizational capability through coaching, training, and succession planning.Job QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management, or manufacturing operations.5+ years of leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams.Proven success in strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory optimization, materials planning, and supply chain performance improvement.Experience developing supply chain strategies, driving process improvements, and implementing standardized operating practices.Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP preferred), forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain analytics.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management.Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Experience in aerospace, defense, high-technology manufacturing, or other regulated industries preferred.APICS, CPSM, CSCP, Lean, Six Sigma, or related certifications preferred.Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.#FLIRTeledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​SummaryLocation: US - Wilsonville, ORType: Full time