Senior Manager/Director, Materials and Supply Chain

Job DetailsJob Location: Teal Drones - SLC, UT 84115Position Summary

The Senior Manager / Director of Materials & Supply Chain owns end-to-end materials planning, procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier performance for a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role ensures uninterrupted production, program execution, and customer delivery while optimizing working capital, supplier resilience, and regulatory compliance.

This is a strategic leadership role partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management to scale production, mitigate supply-chain risk, and support new product introduction, LRIP, and full-rate manufacturing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Materials & Supply Chain Strategy 

Own the materials strategy across all programs, SKUs, production lines, and sites 
Translate business objectives (growth, margin, delivery, cash) into executable materials plans 
Establish scalable processes to support NPI, LRIP to FRP transitions, and surge production 
Lead make vs buy strategy 

Planning & Production Readiness 

Oversee demand planning, and support supply alignment across all programs 
Ensure BOM accuracy, lead-time integrity, safety stock policies, and capacity alignment 
Lead shortage management, constraint escalation, and production readiness reviews 
Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to long-lead items, single-source suppliers, and obsolescence 

Inventory, Warehousing & Logistics 

Own enterprise inventory strategy including turns, accuracy, valuation, and excess mitigation 
Ensure full lot, serial, and configuration traceability 
Oversee receiving, kitting, warehousing, and outbound logistics operations 
Lead cycle count programs and drive root-cause resolution for inventory discrepancies 
Optimize freight strategy, logistics cost, and export compliance 

Compliance, Audit & Risk Management 

Ensure materials and supplier processes comply with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAR/DFAR, DCMA, ITAR/EAR, and CMMC 
Act as materials SME during customer, regulatory, and third-party audits 
Maintain procedures, documentation, and training to ensure audit readiness 
Develop and maintain supply-chain risk management and continuity plans 

Financial & Executive Accountability 

Partner with Finance on inventory valuation, working capital, COGS, and forecast accuracy 
Develop materials budgets and long-range supply plans 
Provide executive-level reporting on supply-chain health, risks, and constraints 
Support proposal and program activity with pricing, lead-time, and supplier strategy inputs

Leadership & Organizational Development 

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing materials and supply-chain organization 
Define clear roles, KPIs, and accountability across planning, procurement, and logistics 
Mentor leaders and succession-plan critical roles 
Drive a culture of ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement 

Systems & Continuous Improvement 

Drive data integrity, automation, and reporting improvements 
Lead Lean, Kaizen, and continuous-improvement initiatives cross functionally 
Implement scalable systems and processes to support multi-site or international operations 

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred) 

10 ��15+ years of materials, supply-chain, or operations leadership experience, preferably in aerospace or defense 

Proven experience supporting regulated programs and scaling production 

Deep knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, BOM control, supplier management, and compliance frameworks 

Strong executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills 

Additional Desired Qualifications

CPIM, CSCP, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs on a regular basis.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks, in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
May be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch during inspections, maintenance walk-throughs, or emergency response situations.
Regular exposure to facility operations including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment.
Occasional off-hours or weekend work required for emergency facility responses or projects as needed
Requires frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment for documentation, communication, and coordination tasks.

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are