Retail Options, Executive Search

Sr. Manager Supply Chain (Aerospace)

About the position

Compensation:


This role leads supply chain efforts for important aerospace programs. You will work closely with engineering, operations, and program teams to manage suppliers, lower costs, improve processes, and ensure critical parts are delivered on time.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead supply chain coordination across engineering, operations, and program teams.

  • Identify and solve problems that affect delivery and efficiency.

  • Track project milestones and risks, and create plans to stay on schedule and budget.

  • Monitor supplier capacity and ensure they can meet requirements.

  • Support design changes by evaluating supply chain impacts.

  • Drive continuous improvement in supply chain and product development.

  • Manage and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

  • Collaborate with internal teams and program managers to meet goals.

  • Create and monitor supply chain performance metrics for space programs.

  • Communicate program value to both internal and external stakeholders.

  • Help develop long-term business strategies.

  • Follow high ethical standards and company policies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred

  • 10+ years of relevant experience (aerospace, manufacturing, supply chain)

  • Deep knowledge of supply chain and/or program management

  • Experience in the following contract types:  FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee or award fee)
  • Experience managing subcontract budgets and forecasts.

  • Willing to travel to U.S.-based supplier locations.

  • Secret security clearance (preferred, not required).

Place of work

Retail Options, Executive Search
Fort Wayne
United States of America

About the company

Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation

We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.

In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.

  • Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.

  • End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.

Our Core Values

We Build Long-Term Relationships

We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.

We Are an Extension of Your Team

We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.

We Move Fast—And Smart

We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.

We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity

You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.

We Handle Every Detail

Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.

Relevant places near

  • New Haven
  • Huntertown
  • Leo-Cedarville
  • Churubusco
  • Harlan
  • Grabill
  • Ansley Acres
  • Fort Wayne
  • Ansley Acres
  • Fort Wayne



Job ID: 9556970 / Ref: df131216d10646130ff883f94f3be866

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