Supply Chain Manager

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At North Wind, we are advancing hypersonic technologies through cutting-edge research, system development, and flight testing. Our team drives innovation in high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion systems, and mission-critical components, supporting every phase of hypersonic programs - from R&D to flight testing, if you are passionate about pushing technological boundaries in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join us.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager leads day-to-day supply chain execution for North Wind's commercial and U.S. Government programs, reporting to the Director of Supply Chain. The Supply Chain Manager translates the enterprise supply chain strategy into program-level plans for planning, sourcing, procurement, and supplier management for subcontracts, materials, and services to support custom and complex non-recurring project-based procurement. Partnering with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Contracts, and Quality, the Supply Chain Manager ensures supply chain commitments are met on cost, schedule, and quality. The role develops and executes integrated mitigation and opportunity plans for procurement and supply chain risks, consistent with North Wind quality, policy, and performance standards.

Responsibilities

Planning & Business Acquisition Support: Support all phases of the Business Acquisition Process by supporting technical team on material estimates, supplier quotes, sourcing plans, and make/buy inputs for proposals. Before program or project execution, ensure every element of the supply chain plan has complete, integrated, and accurate schedules, budgets, and procurement strategies.

Program Execution & Performance: Lead supply chain execution for assigned programs, with accountability for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, supplier performance, and risk, opportunity, and issue resolution. Manage horizontal and vertical integration across requirements, purchasing, and subcontractor management. Establish and track the supply chain metrics and drive corrective action when performance falls short.

Cross-Functional Coordination: Brief Program Management on status and issues affecting program cost, schedule, risks, and opportunities. Align project scope and deliverables with customer requirements, working closely with Program management, engineering, and quality. Elevate significant risks with recommended mitigation plans.

Procurement, Inventory & Logistics Management: Manage strategic purchasing, material delivery, supplier quality, logistics, and receiving inspection. Oversee freight expenditures and manage relationships with shipping providers. Monitor supplier delivery, quality, and cost, and lead supplier corrective actions.

Team Leadership: Supervise, coach, and develop buyers, planners, and materials staff. Set daily priorities, balance workload across programs, and support hiring and performance reviews.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement: Ensure supply chain activities comply with North Wind policies, quality requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable FAR/DFARS requirements. Implement standardized processes and lean practices that improve cost, quality, and delivery.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

7+ years of experience in supply chain or materials management, preferably in an aerospace organization.

Experience supervising buyers, planners, or materials staff.

Experience supporting sustainment programs or projects.

Familiarity with U.S. Government contracts in a FAR/DFARS-regulated environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of procurement, subcontract management, supplier performance, shipping, logistics, and industry best practices in supply chain.

Experience supporting proposal development, material estimating, and sourcing.

Ability to manage supplier performance, scope, cost, schedule, and risk at the program level.

Ability to analyze supply chain data and turn it into clear actions, status reports, and insights.

Experience with data analytics and reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel (pivot tables, Power Query) or similar

Able to build dashboards and reports that track spend, supplier performance and lead times

Experience leading large customer efforts, and interfacing with and briefing external customers and program leadership.

Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, with high attention to detail.

Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ERP systems; Costpoint experience preferred.

More flexibility. More balance. More time for what matters. Our team members enjoy the option of a hybrid work environment and the ability to have a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off: providing greater flexibility while supporting both professional success and personal well-being.

North Wind is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. North Wind supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. North Wind is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.