Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

Teledyne 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.
Join Our Team as a Procurement Manager at Teledyne ETM!
At Teledyne ETM, located in Newark, CA, we design and build cutting-edge high-voltage and high-power electronic subsystems that support communications, radar/EW, test and measurement, medical, and security markets worldwide. Our products perform in the toughest environments-and so do we-because we're committed to helping our customers succeed.
We're looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and optimize our end-to-end procurement operations. In this role, you'll drive sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply chain that supports our business objectives and growth.
You're an experienced procurement leader, a strategic thinker and a collaborative manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You bring strong commercial judgment, negotiation expertise, and the ability to influence across functions while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. You have proven experience managing procurement activities in support of U.Government prime contracts and/or subcontracts, including application of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements.
Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company goals and growth plans
Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture
Provide subject matter expertise on global sourcing strategies and supply chain resilience
Oversee all direct and indirect procurement activities, including materials, services, and capital expenditures
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and managing performance
Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation metrics
Ensure security of supply through proactive risk management and sourcing strategies
Cost Optimization & Performance:
Analyze procurement spend and develop sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings targets
Establish and track procurement KPIs, providing reporting and insights to support decision-making
Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, systems, and best practices
Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to support integrated business planning
Collaborate with Planning to optimize inventory levels and minimize operational disruptions
Serve as the key liaison between procurement and internal stakeholders
Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards
Support infrastructure and supply chain improvement initiatives across the organization
Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of procurement/supply chain experience, including at least 5 years supporting U.Working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government subcontract purchasing requirements, including flowdown clauses, supplier compliance, DPAS priorities, government property requirements, and procurement documentation standards.
Experience partnering with Contracts, Program Management, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure compliance with government acquisition regulations and customer contractual requirements.
Significant experience in procurement leadership, preferably in manufacturing or technology environments
Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management experience
Proven ability to develop and execute procurement and sourcing strategies
Experience driving cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Knowledge of Sales and Operations Planning and integrated business planning processes is a plus
Ability to travel up to 10%
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.Departments of State or Commerce
Play a key leadership role in shaping a high-impact supply chain
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The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
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