Director Supply Chain
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Director Supply Chain to join our team.
We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.
Performs supply chain and logistics functions such as material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution. Creates integrated processes among internal functions (e.g., operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers. Responsibilities are within the supply chain and logistics function as a generalist or in a combination of disciplines.
Major Position Responsibilities
- Manages the supply chain activities of an organization.
- Establishes internal controls for monitoring assets, capital investments, controlling costs, and measuring liquidity.
- Assists with overseeing tasks related to production planning, materials purchasing, inventory control, price setting, vendor selection, and distribution.
- Monitors the movement of raw materials, in-process goods, or completed merchandise to ensure that production needs or customer expectations are met.
- Collects data and prepares analyses designed to forecast demand or predict inventory needs.
- Maintains contact with vendors and submits purchase orders or requisitions to ensure a continuous supply of goods.
- Evaluates existing supply chain processes, implementing changes when necessary to improve efficiency and overall performance.
- Documents the performance of supply chain staff and overall processes.
- Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
- Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
Basic Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Associate's DegreeOR equivalent combination of relevant education and / or experience8-10 years' experience in a relevant functionPreferred Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain ManagementExperience in a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of government : procurement regulations and procedures, FAR / DFARS / ITAR requirements, policies and procedures to support contracting methods, reporting requirementsExperience and use of IFS softwareKnowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interfacePossess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the flyHigh degree of analytical aptitude with strong problem solving skillsResponds promptly to customer needsDemonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles with a sense of urgencyRelies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasksLooks for ways to improve and promote qualityMust be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlinesAbility to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business communityWorks within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safetyOperates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgmentDecisions are guided by policy, procedures and business planOther Requirements :
Proficiency with MS Office 365 toolsWillingness and ability to travel up to 25-50% of timeThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.