Supply Chain Manager
Core
Design, execute, and scale global supply chain for autonomous defense systems, covering components, infrastructure, and logistics.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Builds
Global supply chain for defense systems (electronics, avionics, batteries, mechanical subsystems)
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Advanced Electronics
Required skills
Global supply chain management, supplier strategy, risk mitigation, logistics management, export controls compliance, team management, international sourcing, factory expansion support, make-or-buy decision analysis
Preferred skills
Defense/aerospace industry experience, ITAR/NDAA expertise, complex technical systems knowledge, Europe/US market exposure
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Build and scale global supply chain; Develop resilient sourcing strategies; Own supplier strategy for strategic materials; Enable US defense market access via localized sourcing; Lead supplier qualification and performance management; Oversee logistics and export-controlled material flows; Support factory expansion and automation; Partner with Engineering on design-for-supply; Build long-term strategic supplier partnerships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC