Senior Aerospace Supply Chain Strategist

Electra Aero; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Electra Aero in Manassas, VA is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals.

This role uses analytical methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes—assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support program planning and operations.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain analysis, procurement, or logistics, preferably within aerospace or another regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience developing performance metrics and cost-to-serve models.
• Experience with production planning, inventory control, and vendor selection/retention.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS procurement requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/supply chain planning tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present analysis to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• US Person (Citizen or Permanent Resident) required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals.
• Use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes.
• Assemble data, analyze performance, identify problems, and develop recommendations that support program planning and operations.
• Monitor key performance indicators and analyze cost-to-serve performance data.
• Coordinate cross-functional work teams to increase the effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.
• Analyze production planning, material procurement, inventory control, rate setting, outsourcing, vendor selection and retention, expediting, and distribution.
• Monitor contract compliance for logistics service providers and other suppliers.
• Develop analytical reports and analyses to support negotiations with suppliers of goods and services.
• Report on operational performance measurements and purchase price variance (PPV) analysis.
• Support negotiations with third-party providers as needed.
• Coordinate with other departments, as well as with distributors, transporters, storage facilities, and suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Conduct low to medium complexity sourcing processes.

Skills

Supply chain analysis

Procurement

Logistics

Cost-to-serve models

Production planning

Vendor selection/retention

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

ERP/supply chain planning tools

Job description

Electra Aero in Manassas, VA is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals.

This role uses analytical methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes—assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support program planning and operations.