Strategic Supply Chain Lead - Global Procurement

Vertical Mag; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Volunteer opportunities

Mental health resources

Employee referral program

LI-Onsite

Onsite facilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for our Chatsworth, CA site. You will lead day-to-day procurement, manage buyers, select suppliers, and negotiate cost and schedule while aligning with senior operations, finance, quality, engineering and global supply chain teams.

The role requires strong supplier management, RFx execution, contract stewardship, and an ability to interpret technical drawings. ERP systems experience and ITAR/EAR knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement preferred.
• Experience with RFx processes and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage timely PO releases to key suppliers aligned to Procure To Pay.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across functions.
• Develop skills and capabilities for Buyers and regional teams.
• Track PO efficiency metrics and resolve delivery issues.
• Support global commodity strategies across multiple categories.
• Monitor supplier performance on quality, delivery, cost and service.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering and HR for procurement goals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supply chain management

RFx processes

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Cost modeling

Technical drawings interpretation

Global commodity markets

Analytical skills

Communication in global matrix

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, Visual)

Job description

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for our Chatsworth, CA site. You will lead day-to-day procurement, manage buyers, select suppliers, and negotiate cost and schedule while aligning with senior operations, finance, quality, engineering and global supply chain teams.

The role requires strong supplier management, RFx execution, contract stewardship, and an ability to interpret technical drawings. ERP systems experience and ITAR/EAR knowledge are preferred.