Supply Chain Manager, AO

About American Ordnance

At American Ordnance, we know the stakes and do what we say! We’re the team working behind the scenes to make sure our nation’s front lines have safe, high‑quality ammunition. As a trusted premier manufacturer of ammunition to the U.S. Military, our capabilities range from the production of direct and indirect fire, warheads, to special projects and beyond. With more than 70 years of experience and Day & Zimmermann behind us, our teams consistently exceed expectations.

We put people to work, protect American freedoms, and help our customers power and improve the world.

We’re looking for a full‑time, staff Supply Chain Manager to join our American Ordnance team located onsite in Middletown, IA. The Supply Chain Manager leads and supports a "Best In Class" supply chain for munitions businesses. This position is responsible for managing the issuance and execution of purchase orders, subcontracts, supplier solicitations, and reviewing purchase order/subcontract terms. The Supply Chain Manager collaborates with key internal stakeholders to ensure customer requirements and schedules are met and supports operational stakeholders to maintain SAP and supply‑chain process compliance.

• Directs and manages strategic sourcing and execution strategies for all materials, services, and equipment required by contract to improve supply‑chain performance through process, innovation, and capability development in accordance with Government Contracting principles. Drives a culture focused on process, compliance, metrics, and tangible results. Contributes to the ongoing development of supply‑chain best practices across munitions. Acts as a change agent to manage and influence change, drive customer focus, and accountability.
  
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• Leads proposal efforts, including the development of the supply‑chain estimate, Program Procurement Plan and strategy, supplier solicitations, negotiations, and quality verification to ensure proposal deliverables meet customer expectations. Negotiate pricing, long‑term agreements, and contract terms in compliance with FAR requirements. Perform cost/price analysis and manage procurement budgets. (20%)
• Manages purchasing in accordance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and company procurement policies. Ensures proper flow‑down of government contract clauses to suppliers. Maintains documentation for DCMA/DCAA requirements and supports related audits (CPSR). (20%)
• Provides guidance on disputes and risk management/mitigation including problem resolution, pre‑qualification of suppliers, and identification of potential risk exposures relating to price and schedule. (15%)
• Leads, guides, directs, and mentors direct reports. Monitors overall team performance, conducts performance reviews, coaches, and develops team members. (10%)
• Engages in timely communication with supply‑chain leadership and site management teams regarding potential issues to ensure and/or mitigate impact to scheduled dates/deliverables to drive positive business outcomes. (10%)

• Highly proficient in MS Office & SAP with the ability to train and develop staff in current and new technology.
• Advanced negotiation skills with a high level of expertise in purchase order/subcontract review, interpretation, and writing.
• Forward thinker with quick adaptability to change, strong analytical skills to break paradigms and promote creativity within a matrixed organization, effective communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships, and strong leadership and team‑building skills.
• Supply‑chain professional with developed business acumen and proven ability to reduce supply‑chain costs and improve efficiencies through process improvement and innovation.
• Ability to analyze data from various systems/sources to determine opportunity/root cause. Passion for process and problem solving with a natural desire to simplify processes and optimize efficiency.
• Demonstrates strong negotiation, collaboration, and leadership skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance or equivalent business…