Acron Aviation
Overview
Program Manager, Supply Chain at
Acron Aviation . This is an on-site position located in Phoenix, AZ or Grand Rapids, MI. Not a remote role. About Acron Aviation: Acron Aviation is an agile commercial aviation partner with a long heritage of providing established, industry-certified solutions, as well as future-focused, data-driven innovations. With customers worldwide, our employees are dedicated to the company's mission of innovating to create safer skies. For more information, visit acronaviation.com.
Job Description
The Supply Chain Program Manager is responsible for executing programs within the supply chain function. The successful candidate will develop and implement sourcing plans, supplier transition plans, and supplier management plans while ensuring operational service levels are maintained. The role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams in building technical data packages to ready work packages for market competition. A primary objective is to simplify the supply strategy and reduce material costs by implementing projects and negotiations while ensuring product availability. The Supply Chain Program Manager will be responsible for $40-$70 in spend, with a primary focus on subcontracting for electronics circuit cards. This role drives and implements Acron Aviation and industry-wide standard practices for electronics manufacturing in the supply base, ensuring suppliers meet delivery, quality, and cost requirements. The role will actively evaluate supplier risk and mitigate it, as well as execute recovery plans and lead time reductions in a post-COVID, post-semiconductor shortage world.
Essential Functions
Manage a portfolio of Supply Chain projects to address value creation and productivity objectives for the business. Accountable for lifecycle project scope, schedule, cost, risk/opportunity, resource utilization and value creation objectives approved in business cases. Create tactical implementation plans and measures utilizing project management disciplines for monitoring, measuring, controlling, delivering, and learning throughout the lifecycle of initiatives. Drive results measured by proactive supplier performance management, lower management costs, process and service improvements, risk mitigation, and productivity through the supply chain via key KPIs. Own and manage the execution of the category strategy. Travel domestically and internationally to supplier manufacturing locations as needed to identify risks/opportunities related to delivery and quality performance, while driving lean manufacturing projects and monitoring execution of Acron Aviation products. Improve working capital through payment term extensions and effective material replenishment strategies such as Vendor Managed Inventory or Consignment. Own building category and subject matter expertise/insights and market intelligence to ensure sourcing solutions meet Product Line business needs. Act as an escalation point for supplier performance concerns related to the scope of spend. Lead supplier reviews and communication cadence for weekly and monthly performance communications and quarterly business reviews. Update and maintain continuous assessment of supplier capabilities and recommend potential new supplier partners. Perform complex data analysis tied to financial models (TCO, should-cost, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, make vs buy or insource vs outsource decision models). Hold suppliers accountable to contract obligations/service levels and business expectations, provide performance feedback, and move quickly to implement continuous improvement projects that develop supplier capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering; MBA preferred. 7+ years of related experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, procurement, or supply chain. PMP certification or equivalent Program Management certification strongly preferred. Preference for Certification in Supply Chain Management (CSCP, CPSM, CPIM). Preference for aerospace or electronics industry experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills: ability to negotiate complex criteria with vendors, present and debate analysis, and lead change through influence. Knowledge in circuit card assemblies, electromechanical systems, electronics, ITAR restrictions and requirements. Strong business acumen and ability to build a strong business case to support recommendations. Experience developing Statements of Work for suppliers and working knowledge of contractual terms and conditions. Understanding of global economics and ability to use market data/analytics to predict trends. Demonstrated negotiation skills and cost-out accomplishments.
Seniority & Employment
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Note: This description reflects the current job responsibilities and requirements and may be subject to change. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Acron Aviation.
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Program Manager, Supply Chain at
Acron Aviation . This is an on-site position located in Phoenix, AZ or Grand Rapids, MI. Not a remote role. About Acron Aviation: Acron Aviation is an agile commercial aviation partner with a long heritage of providing established, industry-certified solutions, as well as future-focused, data-driven innovations. With customers worldwide, our employees are dedicated to the company's mission of innovating to create safer skies. For more information, visit acronaviation.com.
Job Description
The Supply Chain Program Manager is responsible for executing programs within the supply chain function. The successful candidate will develop and implement sourcing plans, supplier transition plans, and supplier management plans while ensuring operational service levels are maintained. The role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams in building technical data packages to ready work packages for market competition. A primary objective is to simplify the supply strategy and reduce material costs by implementing projects and negotiations while ensuring product availability. The Supply Chain Program Manager will be responsible for $40-$70 in spend, with a primary focus on subcontracting for electronics circuit cards. This role drives and implements Acron Aviation and industry-wide standard practices for electronics manufacturing in the supply base, ensuring suppliers meet delivery, quality, and cost requirements. The role will actively evaluate supplier risk and mitigate it, as well as execute recovery plans and lead time reductions in a post-COVID, post-semiconductor shortage world.
Essential Functions
Manage a portfolio of Supply Chain projects to address value creation and productivity objectives for the business. Accountable for lifecycle project scope, schedule, cost, risk/opportunity, resource utilization and value creation objectives approved in business cases. Create tactical implementation plans and measures utilizing project management disciplines for monitoring, measuring, controlling, delivering, and learning throughout the lifecycle of initiatives. Drive results measured by proactive supplier performance management, lower management costs, process and service improvements, risk mitigation, and productivity through the supply chain via key KPIs. Own and manage the execution of the category strategy. Travel domestically and internationally to supplier manufacturing locations as needed to identify risks/opportunities related to delivery and quality performance, while driving lean manufacturing projects and monitoring execution of Acron Aviation products. Improve working capital through payment term extensions and effective material replenishment strategies such as Vendor Managed Inventory or Consignment. Own building category and subject matter expertise/insights and market intelligence to ensure sourcing solutions meet Product Line business needs. Act as an escalation point for supplier performance concerns related to the scope of spend. Lead supplier reviews and communication cadence for weekly and monthly performance communications and quarterly business reviews. Update and maintain continuous assessment of supplier capabilities and recommend potential new supplier partners. Perform complex data analysis tied to financial models (TCO, should-cost, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, make vs buy or insource vs outsource decision models). Hold suppliers accountable to contract obligations/service levels and business expectations, provide performance feedback, and move quickly to implement continuous improvement projects that develop supplier capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering; MBA preferred. 7+ years of related experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, procurement, or supply chain. PMP certification or equivalent Program Management certification strongly preferred. Preference for Certification in Supply Chain Management (CSCP, CPSM, CPIM). Preference for aerospace or electronics industry experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills: ability to negotiate complex criteria with vendors, present and debate analysis, and lead change through influence. Knowledge in circuit card assemblies, electromechanical systems, electronics, ITAR restrictions and requirements. Strong business acumen and ability to build a strong business case to support recommendations. Experience developing Statements of Work for suppliers and working knowledge of contractual terms and conditions. Understanding of global economics and ability to use market data/analytics to predict trends. Demonstrated negotiation skills and cost-out accomplishments.
Seniority & Employment
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Project Management and Information Technology Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Note: This description reflects the current job responsibilities and requirements and may be subject to change. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Acron Aviation.
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