Supply Chain Manager II - Subcontracts

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Greenville (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with generous match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking a Supply Chain Manager II to lead and optimize supply chain operations in support of high‑visibility programs within the IAS business area. You will manage a diverse team, develop material plans, and drive innovations to align with program needs and company goals.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of supply chain experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 9+ years of experience required.
• Experience substituting education with related experience is acceptable.
• Deep knowledge of procurement and supply chain principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of buyers, subcontract management specialists, and category leads.
• Continuously improve the supply base to meet program requirements.
• Develop and implement strategic material plans aligned with program demands.
• Partner with executive management and other departments to ensure supply chain alignment.
• Identify, mitigate, and resolve supply chain risks and issues.
• Drive discovery and implementation of new technologies to enhance efficiency.
• Establish, track, and communicate KPIs for supply chain visibility.
• Manage capital, contracts, and facility requests to meet program needs.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation skills

Procurement processes

Reading technical requirements

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

P2P / S2P systems

Job description

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. SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here. Are you looking to advance your career and flex your supply chain experience and leadership skills in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! The Supply Chain Manager II is responsible for leading and optimizing the supply chain operations, ensuring alignment with program and company goals. This role involves managing a diverse team, developing comprehensive material plans, and driving supply chain innovations to support the company’s vision and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of buyers, subcontracts management specialists, and category leads, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Continuously improve the supply base to support program and business area requirements.
• Develop and implement strategic material plans and forecasts to align with program demands.
• Partner with executive management, program management, and other departments to ensure supply chain activities meet company objectives.
• Proactively identify, mitigate, and resolve supply chain risks and issues.
• Lead the discovery and implementation of new technologies and processes to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Establish, track, and communicate key performance indicators to ensure supply chain visibility and goal achievement.
• Prepare and manage capital, contract equipment, and facility requests to meet program and company demands.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 9+ 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 13 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• In-depth working knowledge of Commodity, Category and Sourcing Management.
• Background in manufacturing timelines and requirements.
• Ability to read and understand technical requirements.
• Excellent 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).
• Experience working in Supply Chain supporting government contracts.
• 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.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Proficiency in using a computer for extended periods.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.
• Regular travel may be required for supplier visits and audits.

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. SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains – sea, land, air, space and cyber. As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It’s part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow. Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.