Key Supplier Management Lead
Leonardo DRS
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Leonardo DRS Land Electronics seeks a seasoned Key Supplier Management Lead to drive strategic supplier relationships and ensure strong supplier performance across critical categories. You will lead supplier management efforts focusing on performance, risk, cost strategy, and long-term agreement execution.
The ideal candidate combines commercial acumen with cross-functional leadership to improve supply continuity, reduce risk, and deliver long-term value to the business.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience with 8+ years of related experience.
- Knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
- Experience with government contracting processes including sole source and competitive procurements.
- Experience with contract types such as FFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, and IDIQ and related terms.
- Knowledge of source selection, proposal evaluation, cost analysis, and price analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities
- Establish, monitor, and improve supplier KPIs across quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and service.
- Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers to assess performance and drive improvements.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve performance issues and implement corrective actions.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier-related risks including operational, financial, geopolitical, capacity, and continuity risks.
- Lead supplier price negotiations and cost management initiatives to meet business objectives.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to supplier pricing and cost impacts.
- Lead the development, negotiation, and management of LTAs with key suppliers.
- Ensure LTAs address pricing, capacity, delivery, performance metrics, risk protections, and escalation mechanisms.
- Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, engineering, operations, finance, quality, and legal teams to align supplier strategies.
- Support sourcing and category management initiatives requiring supplier leadership.
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Location: Melbourne, FL, US, 32935
Job ID:114934
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the‑art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.
At Leonardo DRS Land Electronics, we build rugged, cutting‑edge electronic systems that keep our warfighters connected, protected, and dominant on every battlefield. From advanced vehicle electronics and power management to tactical communications and sensor integration, our gear is engineered for the harshest environments – and the highest stakes. We move fast, innovate relentlessly, and deliver solutions that turn technology into tactical advantage. Join us and own the edge where innovation meets mission.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Key Supplier Management Lead to drive strategic supplier relationships and ensure strong supplier performance across critical categories. This role is responsible for leading supplier management efforts focused on supplier performance, risk management, cost and price strategy, and long‑term agreement development and execution.
The ideal candidate will combine strong commercial acumen, supplier relationship management, and cross‑functional leadership to improve supply continuity, reduce risk, and deliver long‑term value to the business.
- Establish, monitor, and improve supplier KPIs, including quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, and service.
- Conduct regular business reviews with suppliers to assess performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve supplier performance issues and implement corrective actions.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier‑related risks, including operational, financial, geopolitical, capacity, and continuity risks.
- Lead supplier price negotiations and cost management initiatives to achieve business objectives.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to supplier pricing and cost impacts.
- Lead the development, negotiation, implementation, and ongoing management of long‑term agreements (LTAs) with key suppliers.
- Ensure agreements address pricing, capacity, delivery expectations, performance metrics, risk protections, and escalation mechanisms.
- Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, engineering, operations, finance, quality, and legal teams to align supplier strategies with business objectives.
- Support sourcing and category management initiatives where supplier relationship leadership is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with8+ years of related experience.
- Strong knowledge ofFederal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)andDefense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).
- Working knowledge of government contracting processes, includingsole source and competitive procurements.
- Experience with a range of contract types, such asFFP, CPFF, CPIF, T&M, and IDIQ, including appropriate terms and conditions for each.
- Knowledge ofsource selection, proposal evaluation, cost analysis, and price analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with solid computer proficiency and familiarity withMicrosoft Office.
- Experienced with contract manufacturing and circuit card assemblies.
- Experienced supporting complex defense or government programs with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities.
- Ability to build strong internal and external relationships while influencing decisions across functions.
- Demonstrated experience managing strategic/key suppliers in a complex business environment.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, supplier scorecards, and data analysis tools.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPM, or equivalent.
- The ideal candidate will reside within commuting distance of Melbourne, FL to support onsite collaboration and business needs as required
This role is a chance to influence supplier strategy, strengthen program execution, and help teams deliver commitments that matter. The right candidate will bring sound judgment, strong business discipline, and the ability to lead through complexity while building trust across the organization.
- competitive salaries
- medical
- dental
- vision coverage
- company contribution to a health savings account
- telemedicine
- life and disability insurance
- legal insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement
- flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
- competitive vacation
- health/emergency leave
- paid parental leave
- community service hours
- Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL
To be the leading mid‑tier defense technology company in the U.S.
The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
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