Sr. Manager, Supply Chain - REF2767X

The  Supply Chain Senior Manager will develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives aimed at creating a scalable efficient and valued added organization within the Roanoke manufacturing operation and promote performance excellence and professionalism within the sites Supply Chain Management function.  The ideal candidate will have an insatiable desire for continuous improvement both for the organization and for their own professional development. 

This role includes:

• Direct entire site supply chain management process driving collaboration and synergies across the Night Vision business.
• Administer a program of effective supply chain strategy incorporating lean materials management and logistics principles to include planning procurement receipt storage kitting point of use inventory control and reconciliation based on a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) methodology.  Drive to optimum total cost establish and manage terms and conditions adhere to established quality standards product specifications schedules and customer requirements and expectations.
• Be a key member of the site leadership team to establish ongoing strategy development and effectively interact with internal and external executives business unit leads and cross functional peers through healthy conflict and problem solving.
• Partner with site management and program management and drive a disciplined production control process through a robust use of Sales Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) and Enterprise and Material Resource Planning tools ERP and MRP.  Be an approver of sales orders acceptance based on the SIOP and bid review processes.
• Establish systematic methods ensuring material visibility and accuracy in the stockroom as well as on the production floor.  Pursue zero defect cycle counting and material transactions.  Ensure products parts or supplies are shipped distributed and/or received in an efficient and timely manner.  Maintain warehouse safety in accordance with both company and governmental standards.
• Evaluate and determine labor requirements through workforce planning to ensure the best utilization of personnel and work flow to meet proposal and production schedules.  Select train and develop subordinates.  Assign work for most efficient utilization of personnel reviewing their activities to ensure quality performance.  Make appropriate promotional and salary recommendations or terminations.
• Through subordinate leaders manage the receiving and storing of materials and the shipping of finished goods.  Ensure that materials are received from proper vendors delivered to inventory and finished goods and are packaged and shipped in a timely manner.
• Through effective planning and material management enable leveraged spend and cost savings and strong negotiating positions across the enterprise.
• Ensure accurate input and quotations for business proposals by providing complete review of bills of material from engineering development of criteria for suppliers selection of best suppliers for quotes and negotiations for most favorable terms and conditions.  Provide all necessary backup information that may be required depending on the type of proposal (e.g. FAR DFAR DoD FAA etc...).
• In collaboration with Supplier Quality continuously evaluate suppliers and optimize the supplier base through analyses of their capabilities quality performance delivery performance price competitiveness production rates and tooling availability.  Demonstrate knowledge of electronics chemical fabrication and optics industries to ensure that all materials meet established quality standards set forth in purchase specifications.
• Ensure company procurement policies and procedures required for purchase order and subcontract terms and conditions redeterminations contract terminations and supplier relations and negotiations are followed to maintain compliance with all applicable federal laws and requirements including FAR DFAR DoD & FAA regulations.
• Maintain direct and strong relationships with affiliates suppliers internal and external customer representatives and subcontractors to provide efficient timely and costeffective procurement of materials.  Keep abreast of innovation and industry trends in supply chain and strategic sourcing.
• Review and approve all Supply Chain financial inputs (labor & material) for proposals EAC AOP and other business requirements.
• Provide final sign off of nonMRP requisitions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Represent Elbit Systems of America in negotiations with government or customers in support of material procurement activities.
• Develop and maintain appropriate affiliation with state and federal agencies carrier groups and shipper organizations to effectively plan and direct the transportation activities of the site and comply with state and federal regulations.
• Facilitate the efficient resolution to all supply chain problems and coordinate problem resolution with all interfacing departments to provide optimum production quality and delivery of Elbit America products.
• Promote positive employee relations and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain effective liaison with the Department of Defense private and public agencies to ensure optimum negotiations and compliance with all government and contractual regulations.
• Other related duties as assigned by management. 
• Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in Purchasing Management preferably in the Aerospace or Defense market
• Proven experience with team management training and development
• Outstanding leadership negotiating communication and managerial skills

Qualifications :

• BS or BA degree in Business Supply Chain Operations or equivalent related required; MBA or Masters Degree preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Yellow Belt certification with training or project completion preferred
• 7 years of ERP experience required
• Requires a minimum of 5 years experience in Purchasing Management preferably in the Aerospace or Defense market
• Proven experience with team management training and development
• Outstanding leadership negotiating communication and managerial skills
• Exceptional analytical problemsolving and conceptual thinking skills
• Knowledge of longterm agreements and vendor relationship management
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
• Excellent data analysis skills with the ability to translate data into detailed and graphical presentations to leadership and key stakeholders
• High proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize initiatives based on business needs and requirements

• Travel requirement:  2030%

Additional Information :

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit hire train and promote into all job levels based solely upon jobrelated qualifications without regard to race color religion creed age sex national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability marital status veteran or military status genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please email .

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