Weapon System Supply Chain Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

6898519

Manager

$80,000 - $110,000 per year

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Our client is seeking an experienced **Supply Chain Manager with a strong background supporting government contracts** to oversee complex supply chain, logistics, inventory, and procurement operations. This individual will manage supply chain activities supporting multiple programs, ensure contractual and regulatory compliance, and partner closely with internal program teams, government customers, vendors, and logistics providers.

The ideal candidate will bring **7–10+ years of government contracting, military, or defense-related supply chain and logistics experience**, along with proven leadership of complex inventory and logistics programs.

• Manage complex supply chain, logistics, procurement, and inventory requirements supporting government contracts and programs.


• Oversee inventory, government-furnished property (GFP), spare parts, supplies, and related program resources.


• Manage daily logistics and secure storage operations, ensuring materials and assets are properly tracked, maintained, and accounted for.


• Partner with program and project leadership to procure and maintain materials and equipment necessary to meet contractual requirements and program objectives.


• Develop and implement supply chain risk management strategies to identify and mitigate potential disruptions.


• Establish logistics goals, milestones, processes, and performance expectations in support of assigned programs.


• Provide leadership and direction to supply chain, inventory, and logistics personnel and oversee daily activities as needed.


• Develop and maintain procedures to ensure consistent, compliant, and efficient supply chain and logistics operations.


• Ensure government-furnished property and other program assets are properly managed and maintained in accordance with applicable government requirements.


• Identify opportunities for process improvement and develop strategies to increase efficiency, accuracy, and cost effectiveness.


• Ensure supply chain activities, timelines, and processes comply with contractual requirements, company policies, and applicable government regulations.


• Provide pricing, cost, and procurement support for proposals and oversee requisition activities during program execution.


• Coordinate with shipping, receiving, logistics, security, export control, vendors, and customers regarding contractual supply chain requirements.


• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership regarding inventory, GFP, spare parts, logistics, procurement, and overall supply chain performance.


• Develop and manage operating budgets for assigned supply chain and logistics programs.


• Establish and maintain strong relationships with government customers, program leadership, vendors, and executive-level stakeholders.


• Utilize supply chain, inventory management, and enterprise software systems to maintain accurate records and support program requirements.


• Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, to improve supply chain efficiency.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• **7–10+ years of professional experience in government contracting, defense, military, or government-focused supply chain and logistics.**


• **Previous experience directly supporting government contracts is required.**


• Strong understanding of supply chain, logistics, procurement, inventory management, and contractual requirements.


• Demonstrated experience managing medium to large-scale inventory systems.


• Experience managing government-furnished property, spare parts, equipment, or other controlled program assets.


• Proven leadership experience managing supply chain, logistics, inventory, or procurement teams.


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to build and interpret complex spreadsheets and work within supply chain/inventory management systems.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with government customers, internal leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams.


• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and contractual requirements.


• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.

• Experience supporting the **U.S. Department of Defense, military branches, or other federal government agencies**.


• Military logistics experience with the Air Force, Navy, Army, Marines, or other military organizations.


• Experience supporting defense programs involving aircraft, simulators, weapons systems, or other complex government equipment.


• Experience with government cataloging, provisioning, inventory, or integrated logistics support programs.


• Knowledge of government supply chain and logistics information systems.


• Experience with diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages (DMSMS) analysis and mitigation.


• Experience with predictive analytics or other data-driven supply chain planning methodologies.


• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.


• Experience identifying and implementing supply chain efficiencies through automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other emerging technologies.

This is a leadership-level opportunity for a supply chain professional who is comfortable operating in a **government contracting environment**, managing complex logistics requirements, and working directly with internal program teams and government stakeholders.

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Our client is a growing technology and engineering organization supporting the U.S. defense and government sectors through advanced mission-focused solutions. The company partners with government agencies and defense organizations to develop, integrate, and support complex systems designed for critical operational environments. With a strong emphasis on innovation, technical excellence, and customer success, the organization offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful programs that directly support national security and mission readiness.

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Company-sponsored life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability coverage


• 401(k) retirement plan with company match


• Paid time off and company holidays


• Flexible spending and/or health savings account options


• Professional development and training opportunities


• Opportunities for career growth and advancement


• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment


• Employee assistance and wellness programs