Category Lead - Strategic Sourcing Electrical

Job ID : 109774

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.

EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms.

We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for the Electrical Commodities
• Develop forecast / requirements for area of responsibility
• Develop subcontract / commodity strategies to present a clear vision of the commodity consistent with Supply Chain Strategy
• Lead Strategic Supplier Development (SPA, BOA, LTA)
• Set goals for commodity; implement projects that are in line with the overall organizational strategy
• Lead activities required in a make vs. buy decision for new or current production components
• Responsible for Quality, Delivery, Cost
• Lead a multi-discipline team
• Develop transition plans to new supplier
• Coordinate Strategic Supplier Development
• Interact with Program Management on Program Cost issues and required details
• Monitor Target Costs against Proposal Costs
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality on a team approach to supplier assessments and approval
• Advise planning, engineering and drafting of item master errors, updates, or omissions in relation to mil-specs or new or obsolete items
• Advise planning, engineering and contracts of changes in prices or lead times that make and produce cost-prohibitive or lead times detrimental to production cycles
• Expedite critical components to ensure on-time deliveries. Be prepared to address any current or potential parts issues
• Look for creative ways to improve purchasing ability to make contributions to the company's goals
• Improve understanding of purchasing relationship to the over-all company plans and strategy
• Research and analyze costing information for cost reduction
• Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company

Job Responsibilities Part II Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years demonstrated experience in high technology, aerospace or defense or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management tools and procedures
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, particularly influence management and conflict resolution
• Significant experience throughout the product lifecycle from New Product Introduction through obsolescence to include : generation of system and subsystem statements of work and subcontracts, strategic supplier selection, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts including implementation for cost reduction and performance improvement efforts
• Experience with earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program and / or commodity progress, productivity and variance analysis
• Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and DoD, ITAR, EAR, FAR, DFAR regulations
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong customer interface skills
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Demonstrated success in managing manpower planning, program reviews, scheduling and budget control
• Must have a successful track record in managing complex aerospace / defense supply chain activities
• Must have excellent leadership and oral and written communication skills
• Professional certification preferred Site Specific
• Able to travel approximately 25%

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan.

We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.

And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9 / 80 program, competitive vacation, health / emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.