Supply Chain Manager

Lead the Flow of Innovation — Supply Chain Manager (Electronics) in Lenexa, KS

Drive Performance Where It Matters Most — PDS Tech Commercial, partnering with a leading force in the aviation industry, is seeking a results‑driven Supply Chain Manager with a focus on electronic commodities. In this high‑impact role, you’ll be at the center of operations—solving critical supply challenges, ensuring on‑time delivery, and keeping production running smoothly. Your leadership will directly influence quality, cost, and performance across a global supplier network.

• Job Type: Full‑Time | Contract (12 months)
• Location:
  
  Lenexa, KS (100% onsite)
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (core hours, 40+ hours/week)
• Pay Rate: $45.00 – $50.00 per hour
• Travel: 25–30% (up to 40% based on business needs)

• Act as the primary escalation point to resolve urgent supplier or delivery issues impacting production
• Drive on‑time delivery performance by identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
• Manage electronic commodity supply chains, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and availability
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, procurement, and suppliers
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action plans for supply disruptions
• Build strong relationships with global suppliers to influence performance and accountability
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑demand environment
• Drive process improvements, cost savings initiatives, and operational efficiencies
• Use data‑driven decision‑making and project management techniques to meet objectives
• Support long‑term strategies to enhance supply chain resilience and profitability

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience (or advanced degree with 3+ years experience)
• Proven experience in Supply Chain Management
• Strong working knowledge of SAP (required)
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and drive results under pressure
• Experience working directly with suppliers and cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills

• Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Technical field
• Experience with electronic components or commodities
• Background in aerospace or aviation
• Experience with Lean, process improvement, or project management methodologies
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point
• Experience in delivery assurance and supplier performance management
• Ability to manage large‑scale initiatives and influence stakeholders

• Competitive Pay at $51.48 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a leader in the aviation industry
• High‑impact role with visibility across operations and leadership teams
• Dynamic, problem‑solving environment where your ideas and decisions matter
• Career advancement potential, including the possibility of permanent placement
• Exposure to global supply chains and advanced aerospace programs
• A workplace culture built on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Employees may be eligible for paid leave such as Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay where applicable.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies:
1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories such as refugees and asylees; or
2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply. Massachusetts candidates only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.