Strategic Supply Chain Manager — Defense Electronics

Launching Point; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5 weeks

8 paid holidays

401(k) match

Medical coverage

HSA/FSA plans

Life insurance

Job summary

Launching Point Electronics seeks a Supply Chain Manager to oversee inventory and purchasing across multiple sites. You will determine supply needs, manage procurement, and supervise receiving operations, ensuring on-time production.

You will lead a team of Buyers and materials staff, drive inventory turns, negotiate with suppliers, and monitor metrics to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of directly related experience in contract manufacturing; electronics manufacturing a plus.
• Must have supervisory experience and strong people management skills.
• Significant experience with inventory control, logistics, MRP, supply chains, and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage, evaluate and coach team comprised of Buyers, Engineering Production Services, Quoting Specialist and Proposal Administrator.
• Develop team with established goals/metrics and track progress, with emphasis on professional development.
• Maintain inventory levels to ensure on-time production while minimizing on-hand inventory.
• Continually drive for increased inventory turns.
• Manage supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and track quality, price and delivery metrics.
• Interface with Program Managers on planning and forecasting of customer orders.

Job description

Launching Point Electronics seeks a Supply Chain Manager to oversee inventory and purchasing across multiple sites. You will determine supply needs, manage procurement, and supervise receiving operations, ensuring on-time production.

You will lead a team of Buyers and materials staff, drive inventory turns, negotiate with suppliers, and monitor metrics to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.