Director, Supply Chain

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Provides strategic leadership to support the company's overall objectives by setting the vision, strategy, and objectives, for the Supply Chain Organization. Acts as a strategic business partner through support of and alignment with other internal functional groups. Provides hiring, promotion and disciplinary action recommendations, as well as performance evaluation and feedback for direct reports.

Job Description

Lead Supply Chain inclusive of direct and indirect procurement activities in support of assigned business area. Lead strategic development of the Supply Chain organization to include supplier development and supplier risk management in response to current and forecasted needs for assigned business area.

Ensure timely and accurate completion of all procurement planning and proposal activities. Align staff resources and activities to provide efficient execution of assigned responsibilities. Work in concert with Quality, Finance and Program leadership to deliver operational excellence and ensure achievement of business objectives. Responsible for both strategic and operational execution of the Supply Chain organization including development and management of department objectives as well as leading, developing and managing staff to support cost, quality and material flow objectives.

Major Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing daily leadership, operational direction, and continuous improvement to all assigned supply chain personnel.

• Ensure support for the Program Office for assigned business area.
• Responsible for leading development, maintenance and use of Program Supply Chain plans for active Programs
• Responsible for teaming with Program and Finance leadership to ensure material availability supports business objectives.
• Responsible for teaming with the Quality organization to manage supplier base risk and supplier development.
• Responsible for leading supplier evaluation, selection and management activities
• Establish goals and objectives for group and individual employees in group.
• Identify and implement appropriate performance metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and productivity of the Supply Chain
• Confers with organization’s senior management to plan business objectives, to develop organization policies related to Supply Chain and to coordinate the Supply Chain function.
• Advises management regarding sub-contractual rights, obligations and other sub-contractual matters such as effective use of resources and legal issues.
• Translates the organizations strategic vision into discrete work activities.
• Ensure continuing compliance with all policy and regulatory requirements.
• Develop staff training and developments plans for continuous improvement.
• Comply with all government, corporate and business unit policies, procedures and regulations.
• Leads others through change and deliver organizational improvement on defined metrics, other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Strong operational management skills (e.g. knowledge of various Supply Chain tools, methods and approaches; determine correct acquisition method; ensure leveling of workload across programs to ensure completion within defined operational metrics, etc.) Knowledge of planning and inventory management methodologies, approaches and strategies to optimize supply chain value. Ability to lead complex international supply chain sourcing and procurement activities (e.g. RFX development and management; supplier qualification and management; contract formulation and negotiation; etc.) Strong management skills while aligning the organization to meet changing demands. Implement and execute change management. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles with a sense of urgency. Sound cognitive processing to deliver solid decisions. Works within the highest level of integrity and safety. Knowledge of FARs/DFARs regulations and their appropriate application to business transactions

Education /Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting.  MBA desired.   Must have 10- 12 years’ experience in Supply Chain and 7 years supervisory experience.

Advanced Degree preferred.
Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
May be required to maintain security clearance

Expected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is

$176,384.00 - $220,480.00.

Please note this represents the expected range. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate’s relevant experience and education, certifications and training, as well as current business and market conditions.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

 

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year

• 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

• 401k Plan with Company Match

• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

• Wellness Program and incentives

• Company HSA contributions

• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

 

Company-Paid Benefits:

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program

• Basic Life Insurance

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

• Medical and Prescription insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

• Accident Plan

• Critical Illness Plan

• Hospital Indemnity Plan

• Pet Insurance

• Identity Theft

 

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

 

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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