Senior Supply Chain Specialist

Electra Aero; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with immediate vesting

Paid winter break

Free catered lunches at Manassas HQ

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Electra Aero is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to develop and implement supply chain strategies across programs, opportunities, and proposals. The role requires strong analytical methods to understand, predict, and enhance processes, assemble data, and advise on improvements for planning and operations.

You will monitor KPIs, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure contract compliance while supporting supplier negotiations. This is a senior, hands-on role in aerospace supply chain.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain analysis, procurement, or logistics in aerospace or regulated manufacturing.
• 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present analysis to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, opportunities, and proposals.
• Use analytical methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes.
• Assemble data, analyze performance, identify problems, and develop recommendations for program planning and operations.
• Monitor KPIs and analyze cost-to-serve performance data.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to increase supply chain initiative effectiveness.
• Monitor contract compliance and support negotiations with suppliers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Vendor negotiations

Communication skills

Independent worker

US Person required

Education

BS/BA in Supply Chain / Business / Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / planning tools

Unanet

APICS CPIM/CSCP

Job description

About Electra

Air travel is about to become something more: more direct, more accessible, and more connected to the places where people live, work and want to be. Every day in the U.S., people make 35 million trips of 50–500 miles, stuck in traffic or routed through crowded hubs. Chances are, you've been one of them. At Electra, we're changing that with the EL9, a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in just 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology opens up thousands of new places to fly, beyond conventional runways, congested airports and long drives. We're backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell and Safran. Operators worldwide have signed intent-to-purchase agreements for the first 2,200 aircraft we produce, and we're moving toward first test flights in 2027.

About Electra

Air travel is about to become something more: more direct, more accessible, and more connected to the places where people live, work and want to be. Every day in the U.S., people make 35 million trips of 50–500 miles, stuck in traffic or routed through crowded hubs. Chances are, you've been one of them. At Electra, we're changing that with the EL9, a nine-passenger, hybrid-electric aircraft that takes off and lands in just 150 feet. Our Ultra Short technology opens up thousands of new places to fly, beyond conventional runways, congested airports and long drives. We're backed by Lockheed Martin, Honeywell and Safran. Operators worldwide have signed intent-to-purchase agreements for the first 2,200 aircraft we produce, and we're moving toward first test flights in 2027.

Getting a new kind of aircraft airborne takes more than ambition. It takes our kind of bold: people who think big while working in the real world. Who move ideas into action and collaborate without silos. Who put people first and make room at the table for everyone. Who challenge one another without diminishing one another.

Sound like you? Then look beyond what you thought were your own limits, and help us take flight beyond runways.

The Role

Electra.aero, a next-gen aerospace technology company, seeks a Supply Chain Specialist to develop and implement supply chain strategies and networks in support of programs, new business opportunities, and proposals. This role uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes - assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support program planning and operations.

What You'll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• 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

Bonus Points

• APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP).
• Experience with Unanet or other aerospace ERP systems
• AS9100D/ISO9001 audit experience
• Experience negotiating with third-party logistics providers
• Experience in a startup or fast-growing aerospace/manufacturing environment
• Experience in the Aerospace market

This range reflects the anticipated hiring range across all eligible locations; actual compensation is determined based on your relevant experience, skills, and geographic location. Total compensation includes performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation Range: $80,000 USD - $100,000 USD

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Generous PTO, sick leave, and company holidays
• Paid winter break
• 401(k) with immediate vesting
• Free catered lunches, coffee, snacks, and drinks at our Manassas headquarters
• Free on-site parking

Electra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This position may be subject to ITAR requirements.