Job ID: 111000

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

Ensure overall direction for Supply Chain (Strategic Supply Management and Procurement, and may include adjacent functions such as planning, warehousing, and logistics) while creating and implementing a vision for continual improvement of procurement processes at a detailed level as well as higher organizational level. Work with others to establish methodologies to resolve process issues.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure overall direction for Supply Chain (Strategic Supply Management and Procurement, and may include adjacent functions such as pricing, planning, warehousing, and logistics) while creating and implementing a vision for continual improvement of procurement processes at a detail level as well as higher organizational levels.

• Direct and manage the implementation, maintenance, support, and continuous improvement of supply chain management operational programs that will enhance profitability and service to customers.

• Ensure products and services obtained by the team meet quality, cost, and schedule objectives in accordance with program and company requirements.

• Provide leadership focused upon personal and collective accountability, fostering personal growth through mentoring and, performance management.

• Lead and own the implementation of strategic processes utilized across the supply chain, from proposal pricing to material shipment. These processes will include (but are not limited to) SIOP (Sales, Inventory, Operations Planning) implementation, improvement, and maintenance in alignment with the forward operating plan. As well as the continual reduction of purchase requisition to purchase order issuance cycle time through implementation and maintenance of a strategic quote library.

• Drive improvement of supplier performance through the creation and implementation of a strategic pricing program.

• Drive supply chain excellence using a holistic strategy that brings agility and speed of automation together with new generative AI and specialized AI capabilities. All while improving compliance, and supplier risk management.

• Evaluate the internal performance for all aspects of supply chain and define improvement opportunities that will have favorable budgetary impact.

• Build sourcing strategy implementation, contract compliance and customer satisfaction programs utilizing the expansion of CPSR assessments for risk reduction and expansion of the Small Business Administration programs.

• Ensure organization is building and maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers.

• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Job Responsibilities Part II

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or engineering with a minimum of 10 years demonstrated experience in operations, manufacturing, technology, aerospace or defense or equivalent experience

• Demonstrated experience in negotiating, drafting, and administering complex contracts.

• Expert knowledge of procurement regulations (UCC, FAR, DFAR) preferred.

• Expert knowledge of supply chain management tools and procedures.

• Expert leadership and management skills, particularly “influence management” and “conflict resolution”

• Significant experience throughout the product lifecycle from New Product Introduction through obsolescence to include generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, strategic supplier selection, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation for cost reduction and performance improvement efforts

• Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program and / or commodity progress, productivity, and variance analysis

• Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics and/or manufacturing operations.

• Superior customer interface skills

• Expert problem-solving skills

• Excellent presentation skills

• Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, program reviews, scheduling, and budget control

• Must have excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills

• Professional certification highly preferred

The expected pay scale for this position is $123,678/year - $192,010/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, Leonardo DRS considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #AIS