Senior Aerospace & Defense Supply Chain Leader (End-to-End)

AMETEK; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

AMETEK is looking for a Supply Chain Manager in Goleta, California to lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer demands. This role includes defining supply chain strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and developing high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business, along with over 7 years of experience in aerospace or defense industries. The position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive leadership in supply chain within aerospace, defense, or complex manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in sourcing, planning, inventory optimization, and MRP tools.
• Experience with government/regulatory requirements (e.g., DFARS, ITAR).

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain strategy aligned to business growth and on-time delivery.
• Negotiate agreements with suppliers to reduce cost and lead time.
• Develop and mentor high-performing teams across purchasing, planning, and inventory control.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Supplier relationship management

Data-driven decision making

Leadership communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AMETEK is looking for a Supply Chain Manager in Goleta, California to lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer demands. This role includes defining supply chain strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and developing high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business, along with over 7 years of experience in aerospace or defense industries. The position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, and generous paid time off.