Supply Chain Manager

Ducommun Incorporated; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to enhance its operations in Appleton, Wisconsin. This role involves leading the design and execution of a competitive supply chain infrastructure, managing procurement processes, and building a high-performance team. You will collaborate closely with site leadership to improve supply chain performance and customer satisfaction while implementing best practices. If you are results-driven with a passion for continuous improvement and possess strong leadership qualities, this opportunity offers a chance to significantly impact a well-respected organization in the aerospace and defense sectors.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in supply chain management, especially in aerospace and defense.
• Strong business acumen and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Implement supply chain vision and manage procurement processes.
• Lead a high-performance supply chain team and optimize inventory management.
• Drive supply chain systems to ensure quality and delivery.

Skills

Lean and Continuous Improvement Processes

ERP and MRP Systems

Team Building and Development

Commodity and Materials Management

Logistics Management

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Leadership Qualities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's Degree or MBA

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

The Supply Chain Manager will be an integral member of the local senior operations leadership team, creating net value for Ducommun by leading the design and ongoing execution of a competitive supply chain infrastructure. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of the supply chain for the site.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush, it eventually contributed to the aerospace industry by providing aircraft aluminum to pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas, and Lockheed.

Today, Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, specializing in electronic and structural systems for various high-tech applications.

Our facility in Appleton, WI, manufactures state-of-the-art circuit boards for aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical industries.

Job Summary

1. Implement supply chain vision and strategic leadership, including planning, systems development, cost estimating, source selection, contracting, strategic partnering, supplier management, compliance, and program execution.
2. Manage site supply inventory and collaborate with internal customers to optimize procurement processes.
3. Lead local supply chain teams to participate in and optimize cross-site processes, driving efficiencies across all Ducommun sites.
4. Build and lead a high-performance supply chain team, including hiring, training, development, and performance management.
5. Manage the annual procurement budget, aiming for cost savings aligned with company goals.
6. Work closely with site leadership to improve supply chain performance and customer satisfaction, implementing best practices for procurement processes.
7. Drive supply chain management systems and processes to ensure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery.
8. Oversee supplier selection, evaluation, and management to ensure high-quality, reliable sources of supplies and information.
9. Develop site-level metrics to assess and improve supply chain value, reporting progress monthly to leadership.
10. Identify and promote IT solutions to enhance supply chain management and reduce costs.
11. Manage key internal and external supply chain elements supporting inventory management goals.
12. Participate in strategic supply chain development, including supplier identification, proposal preparation, and contract negotiations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with quality systems, lean and continuous improvement processes, and modern supply chain practices.
• Expertise in ERP and MRP systems.
• Proven ability to build and develop high-performance supply chain teams.
• Experience in commodity and materials management is strongly preferred.
• Logistics experience related to customer shipments is a plus.
• ISM or APICS certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 10-15% to other sites and supplier locations.
• Strong business acumen, leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment.
• Results-driven with a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable to different audiences.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to assess, develop, and mentor professionals.
• Professional presence capable of earning respect at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work directly with senior management and gain their confidence.
• Adherence to ethical principles, company values, and policies.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a small, fiscally conservative organization.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• 7-10 years of comprehensive supply chain management experience, including senior site-level roles within the aerospace and defense industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

2222 East Pensar Drive
Appleton, Wisconsin, 54911
United States