Director of Supply Chain

Overview

CIS Secure Computing is seeking a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Director of Supply Chain that encompasses all aspects of the supply chain. This will include procurement of materials, inventory control, warehouse, picking, and the shipping/receiving departments. The goal is to drive inventory accuracy, accurate kitting of work orders to production, and develop efficient receiving and shipping processes using Lean principles for uninterrupted production and audit compliance. The Director of Supply Chain must be a respected leader, fostering strong relationships with suppliers and departments within the organization, including Production Control, Material Planning, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Facilities, all striving to achieve our corporate goals and objectives.

The candidate will be responsible for all purchasing functions and inventory assets (plant, 3PL, sub-contractors, and internal suppliers) and manage a team of approximately 15 to 20 employees, including the Senior Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing Manager, Buyers, Warehouse/Inventory Control, and Shipping/Receiving personnel.


This role reports directly to the Vice President of Operations.

Someone who is a change agent, collaborative, and excels in dealing with overall supply chain logistics of a fast-paced, dynamic electronics assembly organization with a high degree of managerial skills will find this role extremely rewarding.

Responsibilities

Department management:

• Set the strategic vision for the department to achieve corporate objectives
• Ensure compliance with company and governmental procurement policies and requirements, including but not limited to FAR / DFARS, ITAR, Procurement Integrity, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), foreign anti-bribery laws, and import / export regulations
• Support procurement strategies designed to reduce costs, improve product and service quality, and expedite delivery
• Develop methods to obtain year-over-year cost improvements on purchased parts
• Stay abreast of market trends
• Foster and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Drive continuous and simplistic process and system improvements for robust material flow, minimal shortages, and correct part quantity accuracy
• Initiate checks and balances for all processes and transactions

Supervisory responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations of the supply chain team
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate supply chain personnel
• Ensure personnel operate in accordance with company guidelines and governmental regulations

Supply Chain management:

• Monitor and control requisitioning and ordering of goods and services based on approved purchasing authority levels and budgets
• Prepare requests for quotes from suppliers
• Manage supplier qualification and selection process; evaluate quotes and ensure quality, cost, and lead time requirements are met
• Foster supplier relationships to manage end of life and other supply chain risk methodologies
• Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics, resolving disputes with suppliers
• Monitor and manage end of life issues for electronics purchases
• Optimize use of technology to streamline procurement processes

Inventory management:

• Identify inventory discrepancies, research root causes, and lead efforts to implement demonstrated permanent corrective actions (i.e., no repeat variances)
• Provide evidence of cycle count program compliance for count frequency, approvals aligned with targeted thresholds, and sustainable corrective actions
• Work with Production Control, Material Planning, Logistics, Production, and Quality departments to drive inventory accuracy in the factory
• Control and confirm inventory adjustments, appropriate transactions, and research variances
• Develop intuitive analysis tools and KPIs for confirmation and reporting of inventory control metrics

Shipping & Receiving management:

• Responsible for all shipping and receiving activities, including international and customer-specific requirements for civilian, government, and DOD customers

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• This position anticipates mostly standard hours, with some variability based on surge requirements.
• This position is expected to perform work on-site at the Ashburn headquarters with some telework possible.

TRAVEL:

• Less than 10%

Qualifications

CLEARANCE:

• This position does not require an active security clearance at the time of application.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, required.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in a business or technical discipline, OR
• 10+ years related experience in electronics assembly inventory procurement preferred.

CERTIFICATION(S):

• APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) certification preferred.
• LEAN / Six Sigma training preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience in electronics assembly, inventory, and procurement preferred.
• Experience with AS9100 and AS6500 requirements (counterfeit materials, part traceability, anti-tamper, etc., and all supply chain-related processes and procedures)
• Experience flowing down AS9100 and AS6500 and any other contract requirements to the supply base
• Experience in Supply Chain Risk Management processes
• LEAN / Six Sigma training a plus
• Strong analytical skillset, along with data-driven and logical approach for improvement actions
• Highly detailed and service-oriented, strong process-driven nature strongly desired
• Strong interpersonal, team, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with standard ERP software and unique Vendor and Visual management systems
• Advanced MS Excel skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Flexibility related to work hours as project demands arise.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to type.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms for using a computer.
• Occasionally required to move 5 - 20 pounds.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER:

At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.

Job Type: Full-time (hybrid)

Pay Range: $155,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Health Savings Account option
• Flexible Spending
• Vision insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay

CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Darkblade Systems, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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, or any other protected class.