Interim Supply Chain Program Manager

LHH; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Interim Supply Chain Program Manager to lead aerospace and defense programs, ensuring material readiness, supplier performance, and on-time delivery. You will collaborate across sourcing, procurement, engineering, operations, quality, and program management to drive execution and meet customer commitments.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in supply chain or defense manufacturing, experience with government contracting, and strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, program management, operations, or defense manufacturing.
• Aerospace and/or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting government, military, or defense-related programs.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition, procurement, and contracting processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and driving accountability without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the dedicated supply chain lead for assigned aerospace and defense programs.
• Coordinate activities across sourcing, procurement, engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management teams.
• Develop and maintain integrated material plans and schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support customer requirements, contract changes, proposal efforts, and program reviews.
• Drive material readiness and ensure on-time delivery of critical components.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving to address shortages, constraints, and logistical challenges.
• Implement mitigation strategies for supplier, capacity, and production risks.
• Track and communicate key program metrics, progress updates, risks, and action plans.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.

Job description

Location: Phoenix , AZ or San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite per week)

Our client is a rapidly growing aerospace and defense manufacturer undergoing a significant period of operational expansion and supply chain transformation. The organization supports mission-critical programs and is making substantial investments in production capacity, supply chain resilience, and manufacturing excellence.

We are seeking experienced Interim Supply Chain Program Managers who can step into a fast-paced, high-visibility environment and make an immediate impact.

Position Summary

The Interim Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) will serve as the primary supply chain lead supporting critical aerospace and defense programs. This role is responsible for ensuring material readiness, supplier performance, schedule adherence, risk mitigation, and cross-functional alignment across the organization.

The successful candidate will work closely with sourcing, procurement, engineering, operations, quality, and program management teams to drive execution and support customer commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the dedicated supply chain lead for assigned aerospace and defense programs.
• Coordinate activities across sourcing, procurement, engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management teams.
• Develop and maintain integrated material plans and schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support customer requirements, contract changes, proposal efforts, and program reviews.
• Drive material readiness and ensure on-time delivery of critical components.
• Lead cross-functional problem solving to address shortages, constraints, and logistical challenges.
• Implement mitigation strategies for supplier, capacity, and production risks.
• Track and communicate key program metrics, progress updates, risks, and action plans.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, program management, operations, or defense manufacturing.
• Aerospace and/or defense industry experience.
• Experience supporting government, military, or defense-related programs.
• Working knowledge of U.S. Government acquisition, procurement, and contracting processes.
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and driving accountability without direct authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting major defense customers or prime contractors.
• Strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, or manufacturing operations experience.
• Experience supporting high-growth organizations or supply chain transformation initiatives.
• PMP certification or formal program management training.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Executive presence and maturity.
• Strong program management capabilities.
• Ability to quickly assess challenges and implement solutions.
• Confidence to engage with senior leadership and customers.
• Resourcefulness, urgency, and accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and influence across multiple functions

LHH is a division of the Adecco Group and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the hiring process.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.