Supply Chain Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Supply Chain Manager I in Colorado to lead a subcontract management team and oversee supplier relationships. You will drive sourcing, pricing, and risk mitigation to meet production schedules and program objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic supplier development, and cross-functional collaboration across contracts, legal, and engineering to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of aerospace programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 7+ years in operations or related area; higher degree substitutes experience.
• In absence of a degree, minimum 11 years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of subcontract management specialists and managers.
• Oversee all phases of the subcontract lifecycle: sourcing, proposal, negotiation, contract administration, closeout.
• Negotiate subcontractor pricing, schedules, terms and conditions, and milestones.
• Develop and manage a robust supply base to meet program needs and improve supplier performance.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement processes

Negotiations

ERP systems

P2P/S2P

Cost reduction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP software

Job description

• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

Are you looking to use your supply chain experience and leadership skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! The Supply Chain Manager I leads a team responsible for managing the supply base and ensuring support for company programs. This role involves establishing priorities, coordinating with various departments to meet production schedules, driving supply chain innovation, and ensuring the achievement of material, planning, and production objectives.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of subcontracts management specialists and subcontract managers, ensuring alignment with SNC’s business objectives and program requirements.
• Oversee all phases of the subcontract lifecycle—including sourcing, proposal, negotiation, contract administration, and closeout—ensuring compliance with SNC policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Drive effective negotiation of subcontractor pricing, schedules, terms and conditions, and milestones to secure optimal outcomes for SNC and support program success.
• Proactively identify, develop, and manage a robust supply base to meet current and future program needs, promoting supplier performance, quality, and reliability.
• Identify and implement strategies to reduce cost, enhance operational efficiency, and effectively manage risk within the supply chain.
• Collaborate across SNC functions—including program management, contracts, legal, and executive leadership—to align supply chain activities and resolve complex issues.
• Advise leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies, serving as a key subject matter expert for subcontract requirements and flow-downs.
• Develop and execute comprehensive material business plans, forecasts, and capital or facility requests to support evolving program and organizational needs.
• Establish, monitor, and communicate supply chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in operations or a related area.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 11 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• Proficient negotiations skills.
• Candidate must have Supply Chain Management skills.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Professional certification such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management).
• Prefer a candidate with development, production, and customer logistics support experience skills.
• Demonstrated experience in Contracts or Subcontracts within the Aerospace and Defense industry, with a strong understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Proven success managing high-value, complex subcontracts—including firm fixed price and cost-plus development agreements—as well as teaming agreements in a dynamic program environment.
• Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance.
• Experience with major Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P)/Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.