Senior Supply Chain Manager – Cost Out

Role Overview

• Create and execute supply chain strategies that align with Safety & Cargo Systems' cost, delivery, and quality objectives.
• Develop plans to rationalize and localize the supply base in support of key operations.
• Execute work transfers and other cost management projects.
• Review and assess requests for proposals, negotiate prices and authorize purchases.
• Manage complex problems requiring extensive investigation and analysis.
• Develop project plan in coordination with commodity, quality, engineering, Program & Supply chain.
• Complete award process and project handoff to transition teams
• Prepare and deliver presentations to an executive audience in support of supply chain initiatives.
• Conduct periodic Business Reviews, schedule supplier visits and discussion, Supplier capability road shows to Global teams

Requirements

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Experience with strategic sourcing, supply chain project / program management, vendor management, outsourcing, program management, and/or transitions related experience
• Knowledge of supply chain, vendor management, Risk Assessment/Mitigation & performance management
• Experience developing and implementing supply chain strategies and work transfers
• Experienced in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), Project Charter and good technical writing skills.
• Degree in mechanical / electronics engineering and/or Business Management degree / MBA
• Should have experience in SAP at user level
• Lean or CORE certification
• Understanding of contract management and negotiations
• Experience driving and implementing cost management initiatives
• Aerospace Industry experience
• Experience with Supplier development (capability assessment, financial viability, entry assessment, knowledge of supplier audits and supplier selection)
• Experience work with a variety of commodities ( Machining, Sheet Metals, Engineered Items, Plastics/Composites)
• Experience working with global teams and suppliers
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and Specifications to facilitate technical discussions with suppliers/ business unit.
• Strong working exposure to Project Management, RFQ Management
• Creating packages, Timely execution of quotes, Bid analysis with total cost analysis, Negotiation, and complete recommendation to award
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical & problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated competency in working within a metrics-oriented team environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• May be eligible for relocation assistance