MDA Edge
Senior Supply Chain Manager / Senior Procurement Manager – Investment Castings (
MDA Edge, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
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Base pay range $170,000.00/yr - $215,000.00/yr
Role Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced
Supply Chain Manager
to lead a team responsible for the end-to-end order-to-delivery process for investment castings, including blades, vanes, and nozzles. This critical role ensures the availability of key commodities to support manufacturing and distribution operations. The Supply Chain Manager will develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives to improve supplier performance, ensure material availability, reduce costs, and support overall business growth. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract management, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and team leadership. Our Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned supply chain leader with a strong track record of driving operational excellence and supplier performance. They will bring expertise in investment casting and aerospace supply chains, excel at strategic thinking and negotiations, and possess a natural ability to mentor and lead high-performing teams. This individual will align supply chain capabilities with organizational growth and long-term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure supplier value stream performance is aligned with organizational demand. Serve as the subject matter expert for specific value stream categories; develop and implement supplier sourcing strategies that support business growth, cost reduction, and supplier performance. Act as an internal consultant regarding the future availability of commodities and their impact on design programs. Identify gaps in supplier performance and lead improvement initiatives. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain team to achieve operational excellence and business results. Core Competencies & Skill Descriptors:
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have. Decision Making & Critical Thinking – Extensive Experience:
Analyzes complex scenarios to make informed decisions and evaluates outcomes for continuous improvement. Advises others on effective decision-making frameworks. Negotiation – Extensive Experience:
Successfully negotiates high-stakes contracts with internal and external stakeholders. Balances firm positioning with collaborative, win-win outcomes. Strategic Thinking – Working Knowledge:
Contributes to long-term planning and strategy execution. Monitors industry trends and recommends strategic partnerships. Leadership – Extensive Experience:
Translates business vision into functional initiatives. Coaches and motivates team members; establishes clear standards and accountability. Contingency & Disaster Recovery Management – Extensive Experience:
Develops and executes contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks. Leads disaster recovery testing and ensures operational continuity. Contracts Management & Administration – Extensive Experience:
Oversees a broad range of contractual agreements. Establishes best practices and mitigates legal and compliance risks. Strategic Sourcing – Extensive Experience:
Manages complex sourcing activities including negotiation, contract design, and process improvement. Develops procurement policies and consults on best-in-class sourcing practices. Supply Chain Management – Extensive Experience:
Leads supply chain strategy, including joint planning, capacity optimization, and performance measurement. Advises on supply network design and financial optimization. Qualifications: Required:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and team leadership. Strong decision-making, negotiation, and strategic planning capabilities. Preferred:
Master's degree and/or professional certifications (e.g.,
APICS, CPM, CSCP
). Experience in the
aerospace industry
. Background in
investment casting processes and materials
. Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
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Supply Chain Manager
to lead a team responsible for the end-to-end order-to-delivery process for investment castings, including blades, vanes, and nozzles. This critical role ensures the availability of key commodities to support manufacturing and distribution operations. The Supply Chain Manager will develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives to improve supplier performance, ensure material availability, reduce costs, and support overall business growth. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and contract management, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and team leadership. Our Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate is a seasoned supply chain leader with a strong track record of driving operational excellence and supplier performance. They will bring expertise in investment casting and aerospace supply chains, excel at strategic thinking and negotiations, and possess a natural ability to mentor and lead high-performing teams. This individual will align supply chain capabilities with organizational growth and long-term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure supplier value stream performance is aligned with organizational demand. Serve as the subject matter expert for specific value stream categories; develop and implement supplier sourcing strategies that support business growth, cost reduction, and supplier performance. Act as an internal consultant regarding the future availability of commodities and their impact on design programs. Identify gaps in supplier performance and lead improvement initiatives. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain team to achieve operational excellence and business results. Core Competencies & Skill Descriptors:
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have. Decision Making & Critical Thinking – Extensive Experience:
Analyzes complex scenarios to make informed decisions and evaluates outcomes for continuous improvement. Advises others on effective decision-making frameworks. Negotiation – Extensive Experience:
Successfully negotiates high-stakes contracts with internal and external stakeholders. Balances firm positioning with collaborative, win-win outcomes. Strategic Thinking – Working Knowledge:
Contributes to long-term planning and strategy execution. Monitors industry trends and recommends strategic partnerships. Leadership – Extensive Experience:
Translates business vision into functional initiatives. Coaches and motivates team members; establishes clear standards and accountability. Contingency & Disaster Recovery Management – Extensive Experience:
Develops and executes contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks. Leads disaster recovery testing and ensures operational continuity. Contracts Management & Administration – Extensive Experience:
Oversees a broad range of contractual agreements. Establishes best practices and mitigates legal and compliance risks. Strategic Sourcing – Extensive Experience:
Manages complex sourcing activities including negotiation, contract design, and process improvement. Develops procurement policies and consults on best-in-class sourcing practices. Supply Chain Management – Extensive Experience:
Leads supply chain strategy, including joint planning, capacity optimization, and performance measurement. Advises on supply network design and financial optimization. Qualifications: Required:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, sourcing, and team leadership. Strong decision-making, negotiation, and strategic planning capabilities. Preferred:
Master's degree and/or professional certifications (e.g.,
APICS, CPM, CSCP
). Experience in the
aerospace industry
. Background in
investment casting processes and materials
. Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionOther IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MDA Edge by 2x Get notified about new Senior Supply Chain Manager jobs in
Santa Ana, CA . Irwindale, CA $173,000.00-$200,000.00 1 day ago Irvine, CA $131,200.00-$183,640.00 2 weeks ago Norwalk, CA $160,000.00-$200,000.00 1 week ago Orange County, CA $185,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Irvine, CA $200,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Orange County, CA $158,000.00-$252,000.00 3 hours ago Santa Fe Springs, CA $165,000.00-$185,000.00 17 hours ago Irvine, CA $141,000.00-$165,200.00 4 days ago Senior Supply Chain Manager / Senior Procurement Manager Investment Castings (Aerospace Manufacturing) Santa Ana, CA $170,000.00-$215,000.00 4 days ago Ontario, CA $110,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago City of Industry, CA $175,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks ago Sr. Director S&OP & Inventory Optimization Corona, CA $138,750.00-$185,000.00 4 days ago Irvine, CA $130,000.00-$182,000.00 3 weeks ago Executive Director, IS Applications - Supply ChainAerospace Group Supply Chain Quality DirectorExecutive Director, IS Applications - Supply ChainAssociate Director, Contracts and Procurement Fullerton, CA $10,833.00-$16,221.00 2 weeks ago La Mirada, CA $95,000.00-$155,000.00 7 hours ago Irvine, CA $160,000.00-$180,000.00 1 week ago Ontario, CA $68,640.00-$98,800.00 17 hours ago Director of Sales, Inventory, Operations and Planning (SIOP) (H/F) - SAFRAN ELECTRONICS & DEFENSE AVIONICS USA, LLC Ontario, CA $68,640.00-$98,800.00 17 hours ago Senior Supply Chain Systems Program Manager (Oracle ERP + P2P)SAP - Supply Chain - Senior Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Irvine, CA $169,900.00-$388,200.00 2 days ago SAP - Supply Chain Planning - IBP - PPDS - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Irvine, CA $141,200.00-$258,900.00 2 days ago SAP - Supply Chain Planning - IBP - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Irvine, CA $141,200.00-$258,900.00 2 days ago SAP - Core Supply Chain - PP - QM - Senior Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN Irvine, CA $169,900.00-$388,200.00 2 weeks ago Distribution Center, Inventory Control Manager Pico Rivera, CA $90,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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