JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Manager
LOCATION: Columbia, MO
SALARY: $100,130,000/year

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with production schedules and business objectives

Manage end-to-end supply chain activities, including:

Procurement

Inventory planning

Logistics

Warehousing

Supplier management

Monitor material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations

Coordinate demand forecasting and production planning with manufacturing and engineering teams

Optimize inventory levels while minimizing shortages and excess stock

Identify, evaluate, and manage qualified suppliers and subcontractors

Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery schedules, and service agreements

Monitor supplier performance metrics, including:

Quality

On-time delivery

Responsiveness

Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements

Develop contingency sourcing plans to reduce supply chain risk

Ensure compliance with manufacturing regulations, export controls, and material traceability requirements

Support quality assurance initiatives and corrective action processes related to supplier issues

Maintain accurate procurement documentation and material traceability records

Partner with quality teams to resolve non-conformances and supplier corrective actions

Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations

Coordinate transportation, shipping documentation, customs paperwork, and international shipments as applicable

Identify and optimize reliable, cost-effective shipping methods

Implement inventory management systems and support continuous improvement initiatives

Analyze supply chain performance data and prepare operational reports

Lead and mentor supply chain, purchasing, and logistics personnel

Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

Collaborate with finance to manage budgets and reduce operational costs

Support process optimization and digital transformation initiatives

Requirements:

Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field

5 10 years of supply chain or procurement management experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment

Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, demand forecasting, regulatory compliance, ERP/MRP systems, risk management, Lean Manufacturing, cost reduction strategies, and cross-functional leadership

Strong understanding of industry standards, quality systems, and supplier compliance requirements

Knowledge of inventory planning, forecasting, and logistics operations

Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication abilities

Must qualify as a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR)

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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