Supply Chain Manager - LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions
Kent, WA 98089
About the Job
?? Join Our High-Flying Team as a Supply Chain Manager!
Ready to take your career to new heights?
We’re on the lookout for an exceptional Supply Chain Manager to lead our fast-growing aviation business! If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing processes and leading teams, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. As the heart of our materials and supply chain operations, you'll work directly with key suppliers, tackle challenges head-on, and ensure we meet our ambitious goals. This is a leadership role where your decisions will fuel our growth — and your career!
What You'll Be Doing:
?? Lead the Charge in Supply Planning:
- Partner with Sales, Production, and Engineering to create schedules that ensure 100% on-time delivery — no exceptions!
- Overcome supply chain hurdles and secure multiple sources for critical materials, ensuring nothing holds us back.
- Translate customer requirements into actionable plans that keep things running smoothly, from USM programs to feedstock core management
?? Drive Procurement Excellence:
- Develop and implement best-in-class purchasing policies that align with industry standards and keep us compliant.
- Lead negotiations with suppliers, locking in the best pricing, terms, and quality to optimize our bottom line.
- Manage inventory like a pro, balancing customer needs with inventory optimization to ensure we’re always ahead of the curve.
?? Build Strong Supplier Relationships:
- Manage key suppliers and drive performance by fostering mutually beneficial partnerships
- Travel to supplier sites to strengthen relationships, troubleshoot, and solve challenges before they become issues.
- Analyze supplier data to find cost savings, boost efficiency, and reduce risk — all while ensuring top-notch quality.
?? Lead, Mentor, and Inspire:
- Lead a talented team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence
- Develop your team by providing mentorship, training, and the tools they need to thrive.
- Deliver reports, key insights, and drive improvement across the board to meet strategic business goals.
What You Bring to the Table:
- A Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or MRO services, with a deep understanding of supply chain management.
- Expertise with ERP systems (we love Pentagon) and a solid grasp of inventory control and procurement processes.
- Proven leadership and experience building high-performing teams.
- A problem-solving mindset and a knack for turning challenges into opportunities.
- Fluency in English (FAA requirement) and a passion for data-driven decision-making
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate with everyone from suppliers to senior leadership.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- Impact: You’ll have the chance to shape the future of our supply chain, directly impacting business success.
- Growth: As a rapidly expanding company, we offer endless opportunities for career advancement
- Culture: We live by our values: Integrity, Excellence, Quality, Respect, and Resourcefulness. If you thrive in a collaborative, high-energy environment, you’ll fit right in.
- Innovation: Be a part of a team that’s pushing boundaries in the aviation industry — and take your career to new heights.
Ready to soar? Apply today and be part of an industry-leading company where your contributions matter!