Manager, Supply Chain & Materials

Company: Aitech Systems
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 12, 2024

Job Description:

Los Angeles, US - Full-time - Management About The PositionManager, Supply Chain & MaterialsSalary range: $125K- $140KAt Aitech, our team is driven to redefine the possibilities of embedded hardware systems for space applications. We pride ourselves on 40+ years of successful space hardware delivery to our customers! We are growing our team to support human space flight missions to the lunar surface and beyond!Primary Responsibilities:The Manager, Supply Chain & Materials will be responsible for supervising a team of highly qualified Planners, Customer Excellence and SMT subcontractors in coordination with Program Managers, Production, Management and global team for on-time deliveries, manage inventory levels and inventory cycles. The Manager will be responsible to manage the planning, material availability and requirements from order through MRP full kits.Additional duties may include: -Coordinates with Program Managers on NRE Programs -Works with Production to predict and align factory resources, workforce and bottlenecks -Review Order Survey, Quote Survey in terms of work plan, capacity, production, testing jigs and equipment. -Quarterly updates on product BOM costs for locally produced COTS products -Responsible for company's MRP - demand creation and work plans -Inventory monitoring - review inventory levels, plan monitor and improve inventory cycles.Inventory counting processes, depreciation, and control -Work with Purchasing on expediting and postponing inventory -Define, implement and lead supply chain and planning processes -Manage SMT subcontractors - Fulfill material to subcontractors, ensure on time deliveries -Create Product files and route cards for all kits entering production -Create and monitor production workplans, full kits and testing capacity -Oversee QAD support and needs -Represent all COTS products for mil-aero and space to Management, Finance, Business Development -Maintain Planning data in the system: safety stock, Min max inventory levels -Implement improvement plans and define processes and procedures -KPI -On time deliveries, Inventory levels and inventory cycles, Inventory counts statusRequired Knowledge, Education, and Experience: -10+ years of experience in Supply Chain, preferably in the Space and Aerospace & Defense industries. -3+ years of management experience; ability to lead, coach, and develop team members -A BS degree in a related field or equivalent experience -Strong knowledge of Military, Aerospace, and Space programs and requirements including ITAR and DFAR regulations. -Experienced at using Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Project. -Effective written, verbal presentation and communication skills. -Self-motivated with an overall strong attention to detail. -Strong team building and leadership skills. -Demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional teamwork among Engineering, Operations and Quality. -Experience using ERP tools (preferably QAD)Recommended Experience: -Prior startup company experience. -A MS degree and/or MBA is a plus. -Experience with managing direct reports is a plus. -Experience working in a matrixed organization. -Experience at using JIRA or other similar task management tools.Requirements*Must be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work in the United States.
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