Head of Supply Chain

At Senra Systems we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation but in configuration.

We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed.

Role Overview:

Senra is building a modern scalable software-enabled supply chain to support rapid growth across two sites. The Head of Supply Chain will define end-to-end processes lead procurement and materials management functions partner with internal Product & Software teams to encode workflows into our enterprise system and build a high-performance organization that keeps product flowing and customers supported.

Youll own all aspects of supply chain across both sitesmaterial planning procurement shipping & receiving inventory and production coordination with a mandate to build a high-accountability high-performing organization that delivers both precision and scale.

The ideal candidate is a builder who can design clean processes implement systems set & uphold high standards and develop a disciplined and accountable team.

What youll own:

Procurement

• Own all procurement strategy and execution across both sites (Redondo Beach and Cypress).
• Codify Buyer Planner and Admin roles SLAs turnaround expectations and best practices.
• Drive competitive bidding cost reduction and supplier performance management.
• Maintain and audit the Approved Supplier List; enforce quality and delivery standards.
• Lead supplier negotiations long-term agreements make/buy decisions floor-stock/VMI strategies.
• Partner with Finance to ensure strong procure-to-pay and invoice accuracy.

Process & Systems Development

• Design the full supply chain process architecture from BOM handoff planning procurement receiving à inventory production shipping.
• Build clarity on part status and develop clear-to-build and materials planning tools.
• Partner with Product/Software to encode supply chain workflows into a simple reliable enterprise system.
• Establish planning logic min/max safety stock and S&OP materials rhythms.
• Align planning BOM procurement BOM and mBOM with Manufacturing Engineering.

Materials Management

• Direct receiving inventory kitting production coordination and shipping.
• Strengthen all materials workflows to ensure fast accurate compliant movement of parts.
• Implement best practices in inventory accuracy cycle counting traceability and kit completeness.
• Ensure production is continuously supported with high-quality materials and predictable flow.
• Track KPIs: inventory accuracy receiving-to-stock time kit completeness shipping performance.

Leadership & Performance Management

• Build and develop a high-accountability team across procurement planning and materials.
• Set clear SLAs and metrics for responsiveness accuracy and throughput.
• Create a culture of urgency ownership and operational excellence.
• Develop and coach direct reports as the operation continues to scale.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional alignment with Production Engineering Quality and Finance.

Strategic & Financial Leadership

• Lead sourcing strategy supply chain risk management and long-term supplier partnerships.
• Support margin improvement through cost reduction optimized order quantities and waste reduction.
• Build a planning and forecasting approach that balances working capital with production continuity.
• Partner with Finance and Manufacturing to perform annual materials audits.

What youll bring to the team:

• 8 years of progressive leadership experience in aerospace & defense electronics or high-reliability manufacturing.
• Experience building or scaling mid-size procurement planning and materials management organizations.
• Strong process design and systems implementation background.
• Skilled in supplier negotiations sourcing strategy and performance management.
• Excellent cross-functional leadership; able to operate strategically and tactically.
• Strong business acumen able to balance output cost and quality while building for long-term scalability.
• Excellent leadership presence: decisive transparent and grounded in integrity.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Management Supply Chain or related field.
• Experience in avionics systems wire harnessing or soft goods manufacturing highly desired.

Compensation:

• Compensation will be based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors.
• Salary Range: $150000-$220000
• This is an onsite role at our second facility in Cypress CA.

Benefits:

• Unmatched opportunities to drive impact on a friendly and mission-driven team
• Own a piece of the pie with equity participation!
• Comprehensive medical dental vision life and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Spending Account (DSA) for health-related expenses
• Unlimited PTO and a 401(k) plan
• Choose a record you love and well add it to our growing vinyl collection!
• $50/month DoorDash credit lunch is on us!
• Up to $100/month reimbursement for gym memberships
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Regular team-building events lunches and the occasional breakfast burrito!
• Bright open office with communal spaces for collaboration and free parking
• Conveniently located near the metro major freeways and local dining spots

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. Contact us ator visit our website.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARhere.