Senior Manager Supply Chain (Melbourne, FL, US, 32935)

Job ID: 113869
Location: Melbourne FL
Schedule: 9/80

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain leads a team responsible for end-to-end supply chain program execution across a portfolio of development, production, and sustainment programs. This role is the primary interface between the Program Management Office (PMO) / Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Supply Chain, accountable for program material cost, schedule, delivery, and supplier performance, including Earned Value Management (EVM) alignment, Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) rigor, and risk/opportunity management.

Job Responsibilities

• Supply Chain leadership role accountable for material program management across a portfolio of aerospace and defense contracts, spanning development, production, and sustainment
• Leads a team of Material Program Managers and sets the execution standard for forecasting, EAC discipline, performance metrics, and risk management
• Requires strong business acumen, influence in a matrix environment, and the ability to drive decisions and outcomes across engineering, operations, quality, finance, and contracts
• Establishes and institutionalizes standard work, governance, and operating cadence to improve predictability, accountability, and cross-functional alignment
• Champions continuous improvement of tools, data, and processes to reduce execution friction, improve supplier performance, and drive affordability outcomes

Job Responsibilities Part II

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Material Program Managers supporting multiple programs and lifecycle phases
• Serve as the senior supply chain representative to the Line of Business, aligning material strategies to program priorities and customer commitments
• Establish operating rhythm and performance reviews across supply chain and cross-functional stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Contracts, Subcontracts)
• Own program material budgets, baseline integrity, and performance reporting (material EAC, forecasting, variance analysis) for the Line of Business
• Drive disciplined participation in program financial processes (EAC cycles, AOP commitments, material sales forecasting as applicable)
• Ensure EVM-compatible planning and objective performance measurement for supply chain scope (where contract requires)
• Develop and execute program supply chain strategies (make-buy, sourcing, subcontracting, capacity, lead-time, obsolescence, and continuity of supply)
• Ensure acquisition and subcontract plans align to Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) milestones and delivery requirements
• Direct supplier performance management, recovery plans, and escalation paths for cost/schedule/quality issues
• Build and maintain program supply chain risk/opportunity register; lead mitigation plans and track to closure
• Provide support to the Proposal Strategy and Material Estimating team: supply chain inputs, material pricing strategy, Basis of Estimate (BOE) support, and compliance packages
• Ensure compliance with government and customer requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS, ITAR, flow-downs, small business considerations, audit support)
• Partner with Contracts and Legal to ensure compliant supplier agreements, data requirements, and change control

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of relevant experience in supply chain, material program management, subcontract management, program management, or operations in an aerospace/defense environment
• 3+ years of people leadership experience (direct team leadership strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated success managing program material cost and schedule performance (forecasting, EAC, variance drivers, recovery execution)
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment with executive-level communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA or technical discipline)
• EVM/EVMS experience and/or Cost Account Manager (CAM) exposure
• Experience supporting proposals and complex captures (BOE development, should-cost, supplier strategy, negotiation support)
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and data-driven supply chain metrics dashboards
• Active or ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (Secret or higher), as required by program

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.