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Ultra

Director, Supply Chain

Wake Forest, NC · On-site

$176.38K - $220.48K/yr

Educates and promotes Supply Chain development and success across the business. Ensures strong relationship between suppliers and engineering personnel to drive total cost productivity through ...

Ultra

Director, Supply Chain

Braintree, MA · On-site

$176.38K - $220.48K/yr

Educates and promotes Supply Chain development and success across the business. Ensures strong relationship between suppliers and engineering personnel to drive total cost productivity through ...

Ultra

Director, Supply Chain

Braintree, MA · On-site

$176.38K - $220.48K/yr

Educates and promotes Supply Chain development and success across the business. Ensures strong relationship between suppliers and engineering personnel to drive total cost productivity through ...

HD Supply

Supply Chain Analyst

Atlanta, GA

Analyzes and gathers supply chain best practices and develops strategies in support of supply chain business case development. Conducts day-to-day business analyses in support of supply chain ...

HD Supply

Supply Chain Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Analyzes and gathers supply chain best practices and develops strategies in support of supply chain business case development. Conducts day-to-day business analyses in support of supply chain ...

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How much do supply chain development jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for supply chain development in the United States is $85,492.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Supply Chain Development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Supply Chain Development, you need a solid understanding of logistics, operations management, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in supply chain management, business, or engineering. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, and certifications such as APICS CPIM or CSCP, are commonly required. Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills help professionals collaborate across departments and drive process improvements. These skills ensure efficient, cost-effective supply chains that meet organizational goals and adapt to changing market demands.

What are some common challenges faced in a Supply Chain Development role, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Supply Chain Development often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies, managing complex supplier networks, and adapting to rapidly changing market demands. Successfully addressing these challenges requires strong analytical skills, effective cross-functional collaboration, and a proactive approach to process improvement. Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders helps facilitate smoother implementation of development initiatives, while ongoing training and staying updated on industry trends can make adapting to new tools and practices much easier.

What is supply chain development?

Supply chain development refers to the process of designing, optimizing, and improving the network and processes that move goods and services from suppliers to customers. Professionals in this field analyze current supply chain operations, identify inefficiencies, and implement strategies to streamline logistics, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance. Their work often involves collaborating with suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors to ensure that products are delivered efficiently and reliably. Effective supply chain development is critical for a business’s competitiveness and customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Supply Chain Development vs Supply Chain Analyst?

AspectSupply Chain DevelopmentSupply Chain Analyst
Primary FocusDesigning and improving supply chain processes, strategies, and networksAnalyzing supply chain data to identify issues and optimize performance
Required SkillsProcess improvement, project management, strategic planningData analysis, reporting, problem-solving
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, strategic planning sessionsData analysis, reporting tools, operational meetings
Common CertificationsAPICS CSCP, CPSM, PMPAPICS CPIM, Six Sigma Green Belt

Supply Chain Development focuses on creating and enhancing supply chain strategies and processes, while Supply Chain Analysts analyze data to improve existing operations. Both roles require similar certifications and often work together to optimize supply chain performance.

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Engineer II-Supplier Development (Supply Chain)

Engineer II-Supplier Development (Supply Chain)

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Groton, CT • On-site

Full-time

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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 159 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 511 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview
General Dynamic Electric Boat (EB) has a proud 126-year heritage of submarine building excellence and is confronted with an enormous challenge that has not been experienced by any generation since World War II. Restoring the capacity and capabilities of our U.S. Navy Submarine Force to historic levels while building the next generation of shipbuilders that will take this country well into the latter decades of this century.
To ensure that our critical mission of preserving our nation's freedom; a robust supply-chain of over 2700 suppliers needs to increase the throughput of material to an unprecedented level, while maintaining first time quality, meeting challenging technical specification, and compliance to proper record keeping to ensure delivery of submarines.
The Supplier Development Engineer is a newly created role, reporting to the Engineering Supervisor of Supply Chain Development and Risk Management. The Supplier Development Engineer serves as a key player in providing proper oversight of the supply base from a performance perspective (i.e. delivering part/products on time with first time quality, including the assurance of appropriate capacity and capability).
General Description of Position:
As part of the maritime industrial base (MIB)'s overall goals of increasing domestic shipbuilding capacity, the supplier development engineering (SDE) role brings a unique opportunity to work with various stakeholders from engineering, quality, program offices, and procurement across all levels of the business. In addition, this position will be highly visible to the overall NAVY strategies and opportunities in the supply base along with given opportunity to directly interface with various levels of government, third parties, and other assessment teams.
Successful candidates will collect and analyze cross-functional data inputs from all Supplier Management and Oversight (SMO) stakeholders to perform the annual critical supplier assessment (CSA). The supplier development engineer will identify issues causing poor performance, perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions to increase supplier performance and throughput.
This dynamic and fast pace role in a growing environment will provide direct mentoring and guidance from the supplier development engineer supervisor and manager to foster additional opportunities within the organization.
*This role is located on-site in Groton, CT
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Supplier Development Engineer will work directly with SMO stakeholders (Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, etc.) and suppliers to perform the following in support of completion of annual CSA assessments:
  • Analysis of supply chain data including delivery rates, capacity analysis, bottlenecks, and work with the quality engineers to understand supplier performance
  • Identification of root cause of deficiencies uncovered during assessment
  • Development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) addressing root cause of identified issues
  • Manage the execution and follow-through of POA&M actions
  • Support identification and recommendation of supplier investments, audits, or other oversight opportunities
  • Drive to develop a culture of continuous improvement and commitment to excellence
  • Travel on-site to suppliers, as applicable

Qualifications
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering or higher level degree in STEM related field(s)
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrate experience to analyze information, identify assumptions, evaluate evidence, and draw logical conclusions (i.e. critically thinking)
  • Demonstrated experience with Root Cause Analysis, Problem Identification & Resolution, and Risk Management
  • Proven ability to write in a logical and clear manner for a large diverse audience
  • Proven ability to develop consensus among multiple stakeholders
  • Strong project management skills
  • Willingness to travel based on business needs

Preferred Education & ExperienceRequirements:
  • Supply Chain Management experience
  • Industrial, Systems, Manufacturing or other Engineering Degree
  • Advanced Degree (Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, STEM fields)
  • Coding, programming, or ability to map questions to scoring system and/or assess metrics
  • Ability to analyze large data set, including but not limited to curating, managing, configuration management
  • Experience conducting capability and/or capacity assessments
  • APICS, Six Sigma Black Belt, or ASQ certification
  • Functional or manufacturing knowledge of end use components (pumps, electrical systems, valves, fittings, castings/forgings, large fabrications, etc.)

Skills
  • Intellectual curiosity and open-mindedness
  • Analytical skills of both data and stakeholder input (i.e. verbal data)
  • Must have excellent leadership, organizational and communication skills to effectively interface with internal and external customers as well as all levels of the organization
  • Must have a strong desire to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
  • Must be able to make decisions independently
  • Self-motivated, well organized, possess the desire to learn, grow and lead
  • Ability to adapt to changing schedules and priorities, apply innovative thinking and problem solving, resolve complex problems, and identify risks and opportunities
  • Maintain a professional demeanor under stressful situations

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