Supply Chain Specialist

About the job Supply Chain Specialist As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will: Be responsible for ordering, tracking, receiving, storing, inventory management, and issuance of materials for the project Responsible to identify a supplier network and maintain a relationship with the suppliers Partner with operations team to optimize supplier network utilization and ensure customer satisfaction in support of the project goals and strategic plan Implements supply chain strategies to facilitate the cost-effective flow of materials and products from suppliers to the project site and ultimately through installation Position will have functional responsibility for a purchasing / material planning organization Drive continuous supplier process and performance improvement related to procurement, inventory control, capacity planning and manufacturing strategies Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments. Develops performance metrics both organizational and supply based that drive initiatives to ensure goals are met on schedule. Responsible for compliance to all FAR/DFARs regulations. Works cross-functionally to forge collaborative relationships across all functions to drive best practices Proactively seeks solutions to internal processes and leads change that drives continuous improvement to ensure an efficient and effective order to delivery process Ability to reduce cost and improve efficiency Supports business objectives with supplier risk assessments and development of mitigation activities in conjunction with engineering and manufacturing Process data, identifying problematic areas and drive and execute improvements Design and implements necessary supply chain optimization projects Responsible for coordinating delivery through customs and the military customer Responsible for the control and issue/delivery of high value tools onsite Required Qualifications: 5 years of experience in a progressive procurement/sourcing environment or related experience in Supply Chain operations Experience with procurement efforts in a Department of Defense (DOD) contracting environment. Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations and the nature of flow down requirements Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Top Secret/SCI clearance within one year of start of employment required. Active TS/SCI clearance preferred. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.) Preferred Qualifications: Experience with material planning and warehouse operations