Aerospace and Defense, Aviation Industry, Business Strategy, Coaching, Inventory Management, Make-Versus-Buy Analysis, Manufacturing, Metrics, Military, Operations Processes, Outsourcing, Performance Metrics, Procurement Planning, Product Support, Production Schedule, Production Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Relationship Management, Sales & Operations Process (S&OP), Set Goals, Sourcing Strategy, Staff Training, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing
Summary:
PennAero is hiring a Supply Chain Manager at our Allfast Fastening Systems location in City of Industry, CA. Allfast Fastening Systems is a leading global manufacturer of solid and blind rivets, blind bolts, temporary fasteners, and installation tools for the aerospace industry. Our fasteners are crucial for the structural integrity of both commercial airliners and military jets. As a key supplier to major aerospace manufacturers, Allfast's products support the commercial, military, and general aviation platforms in production and in service.
About PennAero:
PennAero is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered fasteners and specialized components for critical aerospace, defense, space, and advanced energy applications. We partner with customers to solve their most complex challenges, bringing technical depth and disciplined, agile execution when it matters most. Experience guides our growth-strengthening capabilities and expanding our global platform as markets evolve. To learn more about PennAero''s capabilities and commitment to aerospace excellence, visit https://pennaero.com
Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Competencies:
- Strategic sourcing and supplier contracting; drive assessment of current supply base
- Serve as the primary relationship manager with suppliers
- Facilitate periodic business reviews with key suppliers
- Ensure tactical purchasing function is effective and supports manufacturing production schedules
- Champion effective use of MRP system in the planning and purchasing processes
- Champion S&OP process along with Operations leaders
- Ensure planning and purchasing efforts properly balance objectives of customer OTD, efficient inventory management and working capital, and level load objectives of factory operations
- Develop make-vs buy analysis to drive insource & outsource business decisions
- Participate in business strategy development and assure alignment with department direction
- Lead, coach, develop, and support group of planners and buyers
- Hire & train new employees as necessary
- Work with GM to develop department KPIs which support and are aligned with business unit objectives
- Establish goals and metrics
This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the City of Industry, CA location.