Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Director Supply Chain to join our Team.

We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.

Summary:

Performs supply chain and logistics functions such as material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution. Creates integrated processes among internal functions (e.g., operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers. Responsibilities are within the supply chain and logistics function as a generalist or in a combination of disciplines.

Major Position Responsibilities

Manages the supply chain activities of an organization.
Establishes internal controls for monitoring assets, capital investments, controlling costs, and measuring liquidity.
Assists with overseeing tasks related to production planning, materials purchasing, inventory control, price setting, vendor selection, and distribution.
Monitors the movement of raw materials, in-process goods, or completed merchandise to ensure that production needs or customer expectations are met.
Collects data and prepares analyses designed to forecast demand or predict inventory needs.
Maintains contact with vendors and submits purchase orders or requisitions to ensure a continuous supply of goods.
Evaluates existing supply chain processes, implementing changes when necessary to improve efficiency and overall performance.
Documents the performance of supply chain staff and overall processes.
Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.

Basic Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Associate's Degree
OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
8-10 years’ experience in a relevant function

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of government:
procurement regulations and procedures
FAR / DFARS / ITAR requirements
policies and procedures to support contracting methods
reporting requirements
Experience and use of IFS software

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
High degree of analytical aptitude with strong problem solving skills
Responds promptly to customer needs
Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles with a sense of urgency
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals while performing a variety of complex tasks
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Operates under minimal direction and exercises moderate to independent judgment
Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan

Other Requirements:

Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25-50% of time

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

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