Strategic Director, Defense Supply Chain & Logistics

Defense Maritime Solutions; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Maritime Solutions in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Management to lead Logistics, Purchasing, and Parts Coordination in support of U.S. government contracts.

You will shape strategy, drive supplier performance, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR while building resilient, cost-efficient supply chains. You will mentor teams, establish KPIs, negotiate long-term agreements, and align with program management, engineering, and finance to deliver value and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field; Master’s degree a plus.
• 12+ years progressive supply chain experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in U.S. government contracting and defense industry supply chains.
• Strong track record in supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and logistics management.
• Experience managing and developing teams across multiple functions.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience working in a FOCI-mitigated company under a SSA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach Logistics, Purchasing and Parts Coordination teams to ensure cohesive execution of supply chain strategies.
• Define and monitor supply chain KPI’s (on-time delivery, supplier performance, inventory turns, cost savings) and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Direct supplier negotiations and establish strategic sourcing agreements to strengthen long-term partnerships and supply chain resilience.
• Oversee supplier qualification, ERP setup, and audit programs in collaboration with QEHS, ensuring non-conformities are addressed.
• Drive cross-functional integration of supply chain processes to support program execution, domestic sourcing opportunities, and customer requirements.
• Represent Supply Chain in customer, supplier, and corporate meetings to ensure alignment, transparency, and risk mitigation.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Decision Making

Negotiation

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Education

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

Master’s degree

Tools

Deltek CostPoint

Job description

Defense Maritime Solutions in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Management to lead Logistics, Purchasing, and Parts Coordination in support of U.S. government contracts.

You will shape strategy, drive supplier performance, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR while building resilient, cost-efficient supply chains. You will mentor teams, establish KPIs, negotiate long-term agreements, and align with program management, engineering, and finance to deliver value and