Manufacturing Operations Manager Jobs in Fulton, MO

JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Manager
LOCATION: Columbia, MO
SALARY: $100,130,000/year

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision 

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with production schedules and business objectives

• Manage end-to-end supply chain activities, including:

  • Procurement

  • Inventory planning

  • Logistics

  • Warehousing

  • Supplier management

• Monitor material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations

• Coordinate demand forecasting and production planning with manufacturing and engineering teams

• Optimize inventory levels while minimizing shortages and excess stock

• Identify, evaluate, and manage qualified suppliers and subcontractors

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery schedules, and service agreements

• Monitor supplier performance metrics, including:

  • Quality

  • On-time delivery

  • Responsiveness

• Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements

• Develop contingency sourcing plans to reduce supply chain risk

• Ensure compliance with manufacturing regulations, export controls, and material traceability requirements

• Support quality assurance initiatives and corrective action processes related to supplier issues

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and material traceability records

• Partner with quality teams to resolve non-conformances and supplier corrective actions

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations

• Coordinate transportation, shipping documentation, customs paperwork, and international shipments as applicable

• Identify and optimize reliable, cost-effective shipping methods

• Implement inventory management systems and support continuous improvement initiatives

• Analyze supply chain performance data and prepare operational reports

• Lead and mentor supply chain, purchasing, and logistics personnel

• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate with finance to manage budgets and reduce operational costs

• Support process optimization and digital transformation initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field

• 5–10 years of supply chain or procurement management experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment

• Experience with strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, demand forecasting, regulatory compliance, ERP/MRP systems, risk management, Lean Manufacturing, cost reduction strategies, and cross-functional leadership

• Strong understanding of industry standards, quality systems, and supplier compliance requirements

• Knowledge of inventory planning, forecasting, and logistics operations

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication abilities

• Must qualify as a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR)

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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