Head of Mechanical Strategic Supply Chain
Core
Architecting and executing global sourcing strategy for mechanical commodities to secure advanced technologies for mission-critical hardware.
Role type
Director-level strategic supply chain leader
Builds
Resilient, scalable supply chain for defense hardware from NPI to high-volume production
Domain
Defense technology / Mechanical manufacturing
Required skills
Global commodity management, strategic sourcing, team building and scaling, executive supplier relationship management, cross-functional engineering alignment, high-stakes commercial negotiation, supply chain risk mitigation, total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling
Preferred skills
Mechanical engineering or materials science background, defense/aerospace/automotive industry experience, TCO analysis expertise, strategic roadmap development
Technologies
5-axis CNC machining, composite layups/infusion, high-pressure casting, plastic injection molding, metal stamping
Responsibilities
Define multi-year global sourcing strategies, build and mentor a high-performing global team, manage Tier 1 supplier relationships and joint development agreements, partner with engineering for DFM and cost optimization, negotiate master service and long-term supply agreements, identify and mitigate geopolitical and capacity risks, model should-cost and TCO, conduct executive reviews
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership