Principal, Supply Chain Management ( Full-time ) Wayne/ Wilmington - DK

Central Business Solutions, Inc; Wilmington, Indiana (MA, PA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Central Business Solutions, Inc. seeks a Principal, Supply Chain Management to lead space program supply chains from spectrums of development to execution.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, program management, and operations to optimize costs and delivery across supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of related experience, or graduate degree with 10+ years.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain program management for space programs in partnership with engineering and operations.
• Capture and execute space program and study deliverables, focusing on manufacturability and costs.
• Track milestones, manage supplier capacity, and mitigate long‑term supply chain risks.
• Engage suppliers and internal teams to ensure on‑time, cost‑effective execution.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12+ years

Graduate degree + 10+ years

16+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Principal, Supply Chain Management ( Full-time ) Wayne/ Wilmington - DK

Job Description:

Do you have what it takes to lead the company's Space Systems programs into the next era of space systems satellite programs? Are you interested in competing and winning new business opportunities related to space? Do you have what it takes to execute a fixed price development program that is literally changing the game in responsive space? If so, the company's Space Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager for the Spectral Solutions business to capture and execute space programs.

This position can be on a hybrid schedule within drivable distance to either Fort Wayne, IN, Wilmington, MA, or Palm Bay, FL.

Essential Functions

Overall responsibilities include working with the customer and leading the internal and supplier teams in capturing and executing space programs and/or studies with emphasis on technology development and mission solutions including:

• Responsible for leading supply chain program management in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to drive execution, alignment with commodity strategies, supply base optimization, and lowest total acquisition cost on a key Missile Defense Program.
• Able to use hands‑on, cross‑functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements. Must have the passion, business acumen and experience to drive best‑in‑class supply chain processes and efficiencies
• Work with the assigned functional and program leaders to track and coordinate all program deliverables, highlighting key program risks and putting plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports/updates on program status, including identification and mitigation of long‑term supply chain risks
• Manage the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability. Will ensure supplier ability to supply parts with on‑going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization
• Provide technical support for DFx (design for all desirable manufacturability, assembly, test attributes) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact
• Active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes
• Manage supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements
• Interacts with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of deliverables as well as participate in managing supplier relationships and performance
• Interface and influence a diverse team comprised of the company's engineering and supply chain, and supplier teammates
• Interface with program managers of various stakeholder programs
• Develop, drive, and track supply chain management metrics customized to space programs
• Responsible for high‑level relationship management, evolve as recognized thought leader/trusted partner
• Fully understand customer mission gaps, constraints, and objectives
• Effectively communicate the company's value proposition from a technical and programmatic perspective
• Drive long‑term business strategy
• Demonstrate high ethical standards and regard for the company's Code of Conduct
• Ability to travel to supplier facilities (anticipated average of 40%-50%, primarily domestic locations)
• Active DoW Top Secret Clearance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience, OR Graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed‑fee, incentive fee or award fee)
• Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $120,500K - $223,500K. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Our company also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Security Clearance Required:No

Visa Candidate Considered:No

Compensation

Base Salary -USD $100,000 to $198,000