Supply Chain Planning Manager

The Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) team delivers best in class electronic warfare solutions to ensure mission capability for the warfighter. We welcome candidates who have big ideas, crave innovation, and have the passion to Protect Those Who Protect Us.

The Supply Chain Manager (SCM) is a critical leadership role responsible for driving the execution of supply chain strategies to ensure the success of the ECS product lines. Leading a dedicated team of Supply Chain Planners and Material Planning Coordinators, the SCM ensures that program objectives regarding quality, cost, and schedule are met with precision.

The SCM serves as the primary escalation point and strategic liaison between the Supply Chain function and key partners, including Operations Program Management, Procurement, Subcontracts, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Quality. This role balances rigorous compliance with BAE Systems policies and procedures while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Execution

• Lead, develop, and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies within the function and across the enterprise to drive business and program success.
• Provide direct oversight and leadership to the Planning team to ensure all performance objectives are achieved.
• Act as the primary point of contact for escalation and resolution between the Planning team and cross-functional partners.
• Ensure all supply chain activities are executed in compliance with BAE Systems internal policies and procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Operations Program Management, Procurement, Subcontracts, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Quality.
• Synchronize material requirements with production schedules to minimize risk and optimize throughput.
• Lead integrated team meetings to align supply chain capabilities with program milestones.

People Management & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop the team, focusing on career growth and performance excellence.
• Implement and promote robust training initiatives to enhance the technical proficiency of the team.
• Champion the Supply Chain Guiding Principles: being Trusted, Innovative, and Bold.
• Cultivate a service-centric, accountable, and team-oriented environment characterized by a Continuous Improvement mindset.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Ability to manage and motivate personnel
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Exemplary organizational skills
• Strategic/Critical Thinking
• Data driven decision making
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Ability to create and deliver program presentations to internal and external Customers. Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active Security Clearance
• People Management experience
• Knowledge of MMAS Regulations
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Certification.
• Root Cause/Corrective Action Skills
• Experience in a complex, multifaceted manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with defense aerospace industry & regulations

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118747 - $201870

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.