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Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

The Senior Director, Supply Chain Governance & Risk Management is responsible for establishing and leading the enterprise-wide framework for supply chain governance, Third-Party risk management and supply chain resiliency program, small business program, procurement compliance, Supplier Onboarding and the Supplier Performance program. This role ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, leveraging best commercial practices and corporate risk tolerance while enabling resilient, ethical, and high-performing supplier ecosystems across global operations. This leader partners closely with executive leadership, program teams, legal, contracts, subcontracts, compliance, cybersecurity, and finance to proactively manage supply chain risk in support of mission-critical government contracts. This position is Hybrid to the Fort Worth, TX or Chantilly, VA Amentum office. US Citizenship is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Governance

• Design and implement anenterprise supply chain governance frameworkaligned to corporate strategy and risk appetite
• Maintains all (policies, procedures, instructions) for supply chain
• Oversight of approved business systems (Purchasing Systems)
• Lead governance forums and training to the larger supply chain organization as appropriate
• Ensure alignment withpublic company requirements(e.g., SOX controls, disclosures, ESG considerations

Supply Chain Risk Management & Compliance

• Design and manage acomprehensive supplier risk program, including:
  • Third-party risk assessments (financial, operational, geopolitical, cyber)
  • Continuous monitoring and risk scoring
  • Mitigation planning and escalation protocols
• Ensure compliance withregulatory requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS)
• Oversee adherence tocybersecurity standards(e.g., NIST, CMMC as applicable) in the supply base
• Partner with Legal/Compliance onethics, anti-corruption, and export control (ITAR/EAR)requirements
• Support Accounting System Audits and Treasury insurance requirements and investigations

Operational Resilience

• Lead enterprise efforts related tosupply chain continuity and disruption management
• Develop and testbusiness continuity and contingency plansfor critical suppliers
• Monitor global risk factors (geopolitical, economic, environmental) impacting supply continuity
• Drive scenario planning and stress testing for mission-critical programs

Supplier Oversight & Performance

• Establish supplier segmentation andmanagement of small business program for work performed under US Government contracts and similar programs for other governments.
• Implement governance forsupplier performance, audits, and corrective actions
• Lead high-risk supplier reviews and executive-level supplier engagements
• Enable responsible sourcing and supplier initiatives

Data, Reporting & Insights

• DevelopKPIs/KRIsand dashboards to provide real-time visibility into supply chain risk posture
• Deliverexecutive-level reportingand insights to inform decision-making
• Leverage advanced analytics and digital tools to enhance risk detection and response

Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence

• Build and lead ahigh-performing, global team
• Influence across matrixed stakeholders including Procurement, Operations, Legal, Contracts, Subcontracts, IT, Security, Finance, and Program Leadership
• Serve as atrusted advisor to executive leadershipon supply chain and procurement risk

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic thinking and enterprise mindset
• Risk-based decision making
• Executive presence and communication
• Cross-functional leadership and influence
• Crisis management and resilience planning

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and typically 18+ years experience or Master's degree and typically 15+ years experience in supply chain, supply chain risk management, procurement governance, small business management, with 5 years leadership/supervisory experience. Two (2) years of experience in procurement or related field may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college
• Substantial expertise in government procurement (FAR/DFARS), Small Business Reporting and Government audits (CPSR, Small Business Program Reviews (SPRC), SIGAR, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience building enterprise risk or governance frameworks
• Strong knowledge of third-party risk management, supplier risk, and operational resilience
• Experience in a publicly traded company environment (SOX, audit, disclosure considerations)
• US Citizenship is required to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CPSR, Small Business reporting and Audits
• Knowledge of CMMC, NIST, or supply chain cybersecurity frameworks
• Familiarity with ESG, responsible sourcing, and global regulatory environments
• Advanced degree (MBA)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISM, CRISC, CPSM, CSCP)

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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