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Overview
General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an Executive Director Supply Chain to join our St. Petersburg, FL Team.
We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.
Summary:
Performs supply chain and logistics functions such as material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection and distribution. Creates integrated processes among internal functions (e.g., operations, purchasing and logistics) and outside suppliers. Responsibilities are within the supply chain and logistics function as a generalist or in a combination of disciplines.
Major Position Responsibilities
Directs overall supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory, selection of vendors, and distribution of finished goods
Develops and implements strategies to ensure that critical processes run effectively and achieve organizational goals and performance KPIs
Oversees and advises on negotiation strategies with vendors to obtain optimal contracts and pricing
Provides guidance and strategic direction on analytics used to evaluate past performance and trends to forecast inventory and distribution requirements
Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR and General Managers
Basic Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Associate's Degree
OR equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
12-15 years’ experience in a relevant function
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management
Experience within the defense industry
Working knowledge of munitions: associated platforms, strategic and tactical systems, and military munitions/platform interface requirements
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of concepts, principles, practices and procedures of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments
Strong computer skills, administrative data control, scheduling and team interface
Must be able to manage quickly changing priorities while meeting deadlines
Strong written, digital and verbal communication skills in both an individual and team environment
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Must be able to possess strong, planning, execution and multitasking skills and have demonstrated ability to reprioritize on the fly
Works within the highest level of integrity, ethics and safety
Decisions are guided by policy, procedures and business plan
Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment
Performance Metrics
Strategic Planning
Other Requirements:
Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
Distribution Management
Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Optimization
Transportation Management
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25-50% of time, including possible international travel
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee’s at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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