Hiring: Senior Director Supply Chain Company: Leonardo DRS Location: Germantown, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:22:41 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Defense Industry, Program Management, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in the aerospace and defense industry, including responsibility for planning, procurement, sourcing, warehousing, and inventory management. Required Skills: •DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter-drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance. •Lead Supply Chain Strategy and Performance •Provide strategic leadership and operational direction for supply chain functions, including strategic sourcing, procurement, planning, warehousing, logistics, and related operations. •Develop and execute a forward-looking supply chain strategy aligned with business priorities, customer commitments, operational objectives, and financial targets. •Establish meaningful performance metrics, governance, and continuous-improvement initiatives that drive stronger execution across the organization. •Lead supply chain strategy from proposal development and sourcing through production support, material fulfillment, and lifecycle/obsolescence management. •Drive initiatives that improve cost, quality, delivery, lead time, material availability, and supply chain resilience. •Own SI&OP Leadership Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. •10–15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in the aerospace and defense industry, including responsibility for planning, procurement, sourcing, warehousing, and inventory management. •Demonstrated success leading complex, end-to-end supply chain activities in an aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated manufacturing environment. •Deep knowledge of supply chain tools, processes, performance management, and industry best practices. •Solid functional working knowledge of finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, manufacturing, inventory management, logistics, and program execution. •In-depth knowledge of DoD, ITAR, EAR, FAR, and DFARS requirements. •Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence at all levels, drive organizational change, and solve complex operational and business challenges. •Exceptional communication, presentation, conflict-resolution, and relationship-management skills. •Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. •Professional certification such as CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, PMP, or equivalent. Compensation: •$150,542 - $203,111 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!