Sr. Manager Supply Chain

Company Overview ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies that provide the national security community with unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities. Our disruptive, integrated solutions, assemblies and subsystems rise to the challenging demands of discerning, mission-critical customers. We leverage our capabilities to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers and empower them to remain ahead of evolving threats and complexities in a dynamic security landscape. Job Summary The Sr. Manager, Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain function, including procurement, material planning, supplier performance, inventory strategy, and cross-functional operational alignment. This role provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure materials, components, and services are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with defense contract flow downs regulatory requirements (DOD compliant). Essential Functions Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Develop and execute long-term supply chain strategies aligned with company growth, program demands, and financial objectives.Lead procurement, materials management, and supplier performance functions to ensure operational continuity and scalability.Establish strategic supplier partnerships and negotiate complex contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term supply arrangements.Drive cost-reduction initiatives, value engineering efforts, and supply base optimization. Oversee material planning and inventory management schedules to balance working capital efficiency with production readiness.Implement supply risk mitigation strategies to proactively address alternate sourcing, EOL, long lead and high-risk vendors.Ensure compliance with company policies, FAR/DFARS regulations, ISO 9001:2015 required, (AS9100 preferred) standards, and applicable government contracting requirements.Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier performance, cost savings, on-time delivery, and inventory health.Partner with Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Finance, and Quality to support program execution, forecasting, and demand planning.Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain team, establishing clear performance expectations and accountability.Provide reporting on supply chain performance, cost savings, risk exposure, and improvement initiatives. Position Qualifications In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Competency Statements Adaptability - Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilitiesCommunication - Ability to communicate thoughts clearly, both oral and writtenJob Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge currentDependability - Meets deadlines, works independently, accountable, maintains focus, good attendance recordQuality - Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve products/servicesEthics - Honest, accountable, maintains confidentiality Initiative Takes action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completionCustomer Service - Works well with customers, promotes a positive image of the company, strives to solve issues raised by customersEmployee Management - Defines responsibilities, motivates employees, delegates wellLeadership - Provides strong leadership, sets a good example, skilled decision maker, motivator and encourager Experience and Skills 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, or materials management within a defense manufacturing environment.Demonstrated experience leading supply chain strategy and organizational transformation.Proven success negotiating complex supplier agreements and managing high-value vendor relationships.Implementation of tools such as TIQA, Costpoint modules, and Silicon expertStrong background in ERP/MRP systems (Costpoint strongly preferred).Experience leading teams and driving organizational change. Education Bachelors Degree (four-year college or technical school) in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field required. Antenna Research Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a policy of non-discrimination and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.