Head of Production Control & Supply Chain Optimization

Accurus Aerospace Corporation; Athens, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurus Aerospace Corporation in Athens, GA, seeks a Production Control & Supply Chain Manager to oversee production planning, forecasting material needs, and scheduling to align with demand and budgets. You will lead inventory control, supplier negotiations, and integration with operations, engineering, and sales to keep deliveries on time.

The role requires strong ERP proficiency, analytical problem solving, and leadership to supervise teams, develop KPIs, and implement cost-saving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years in production control or similar scope.
• Minimum of three (3) years in supervising personnel.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry; aerospace preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prioritize purchasing activities with clear specs and expectations.
• Oversee and adjust production schedules based on demand, capacity, and inventory.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, engineering, and sales for schedule alignment.
• Manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure material availability.
• Track and report metrics to improve efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Negotiate favorable terms with vendors and suppliers.
• Lead all production planning and supply chain activities for the site.
• Develop procedures for reporting key performance indicators.
• Oversee budgets, cost analyses, and departmental expenditures.
• Review planned orders, create purchase requisitions, and manage approvals.
• Maintain purchase orders through completion and ensure supplier adherence.
• Identify cost savings opportunities and optimize supplier base.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership

Strong communication (English)

Self-management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accurus Aerospace Corporation in Athens, GA, seeks a Production Control & Supply Chain Manager to oversee production planning, forecasting material needs, and scheduling to align with demand and budgets. You will lead inventory control, supplier negotiations, and integration with operations, engineering, and sales to keep deliveries on time.

The role requires strong ERP proficiency, analytical problem solving, and leadership to supervise teams, develop KPIs, and implement cost-saving