Job Description
Supply Chain Manager#26-00912
Everett, WA
Onsite Job Description Job Description:
BASIC INFORMATION
Job Title:
Supply Chain Manager Department:
Purchasing SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading procurement, material planning, supplier performance, and inventory execution within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strong process-improvement mindset who can strengthen material flow, improve execution discipline, and build reliable supply chain processes that support production, quality, and delivery performance.
The ideal candidate brings a systems-oriented approach to supply chain leadership, with the ability to identify breakdowns, solve operational problems, and implement sustainable process improvements across purchasing, planning, supplier management, and inventory control. This individual must be able to operate strategically while remaining close to day-to-day execution and the needs of the manufacturing floor.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Supply Chain Leadership
Lead procurement, supplier management, and inventory control activities in support of production and business goals
Establish clear priorities, accountability, and execution discipline across supply chain functions
Ensure supply chain activities support uninterrupted production, on-time delivery, and cost performance
Develop scalable processes that improve consistency, visibility, and operational control
Process Improvement and Material Flow
Evaluate and improve end-to-end supply chain processes, including purchasing workflows, replenishment methods, supplier communication, and material availability
Identify process breakdowns, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies affecting production flow and implement corrective actions
Drive improvements in shortage management, transactional accuracy, inventory turns, lead time performance, and planning discipline
Use data and root-cause problem solving to improve supply chain reliability and execution
Inventory and ERP Discipline
Oversee inventory strategy, including stocking levels, replenishment methods, and control of excess and obsolete inventory
Ensure ERP data integrity for lead times, order policies, pricing, part parameters, and supplier records
Improve inventory accuracy and transactional discipline through standard work and process control
Drive system and process improvements that increase planning accuracy and material visibility
Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Finance to align supply chain priorities with production demand
Support estimating, new product introduction, engineering changes, and capacity-related decisions with sound supply chain input
Maintain strong presence and credibility with internal stakeholders by understanding how supply decisions affect manufacturing execution
Translate operational needs into practical supply chain actions and sustainable processes
Cost, Performance, and Continuous Improvement
Identify and execute cost-reduction opportunities through sourcing, vendor consolidation, process improvement, and better material strategies
Develop and monitor KPIs related to supplier performance, shortages, inventory health, on-time delivery, and responsiveness
Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen supply chain performance and support long-term operational stability JOB REQUIREMENTS AND ABILITIES
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
5-10+ years of supply chain or procurement experience in manufacturing
Experience in aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred
Strong ERP/MRP system experience
Proven experience managing suppliers and negotiating contracts
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Hands-on leadership style with ability to operate both strategically and tactically
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) in compliance with ITAR regulations
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
Ability to sit or stand for long periods
Ability to work at computer for long periods
Ability to work on-site 8-10 hours a days.
PREFERRED ABILITIES
Process Engineering experience highly preferred
APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or similar certification
Experience with CNC machining or precision manufacturing environments
Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality systems
