Aerospace Defense Supply Chain Lead: Strategy & Compliance

Leoforce; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base plus bonus

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Matching 401k Plan

Relocation assistance

Significant autonomy

Job summary

Leoforce in Springdale, AR is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead the procurement of large BOMs for complex electrical components in the Aerospace/Defense sector. This role demands strong expertise in production planning, warehouse management, inventory control, and cost reduction strategies.

You will ensure FAR and D-FAR compliance, forecast demand, optimize supplier relationships, and mentor a team while partnering with cross-functional groups to drive operational excellence and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in supply chain management in the Engineering industry.
• Experience managing direct reports in supply chain and operations.
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience required.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume environments with large BOMs.
• Proficient in production planning, warehouse management, cost reduction, inventory control, and shipping/receiving.
• Strong FAR and DFAR knowledge.
• Proficient in supply chain management software and tools.
• Strong integrity and commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning, warehouse management, inventory control, shipping, and receiving.
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies to maximize profitability.
• Ensure FAR and DFAR compliance in all activities.
• Forecast demand to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor KPIs to track performance and take corrective action.
• Establish supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Train and mentor supply chain staff toward operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Warehouse management

Inventory control

Cost reduction

FAR knowledge

DFAR knowledge

Supplier management

Team management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Engineering or related field

Job description

Leoforce in Springdale, AR is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead the procurement of large BOMs for complex electrical components in the Aerospace/Defense sector. This role demands strong expertise in production planning, warehouse management, inventory control, and cost reduction strategies.

You will ensure FAR and D-FAR compliance, forecast demand, optimize supplier relationships, and mentor a team while partnering with cross-functional groups to drive operational excellence and