Area-I, Inc., an Anduril Company, Inc. is a metro-Atlanta-based company dedicated

to proving the impossible possible with the development of state-of-the-art

unmanned aircraft systems. We specialize in the development of unmanned aircraft

systems that launch from host platforms or modular launch systems to enable on-

demand mission capabilities otherwise not available. Our platforms are designed to

meet the demanding and agile needs of our customers from design, build, test, and

ultimate delivery of unique capabilities. Area-I’s customers include the U.S. Air

Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, NOAA, NASA and other defense industry partners.

JOB SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Manager coordinates, organizes, and oversees all activities involved in the identification, acquisition, production, and distribution of the company’s goods.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Defines needs for departmental roles.

- Hires and trains departmental employees.

- Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.

- Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production

by creating and submitting purchase orders for desired parts and materials

with their corresponding vendors.

- Serves as ERP system maintainer for components, BOMs, and materials,

along with Vendors and Suppliers.

- Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies

located in the company and external sites/vendors

- Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and

maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply

chain.

- Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to

increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company.

- Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while

ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.

- Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes

recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and

storage of materials.

- Negotiates prices for raw material and delivery with suppliers, vendors,

and/or shipping companies.

- Acts as part of the team coordinating engineering changes, product line

extension, or new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and

production flow transitions.

- Works with Quality Department to monitor the performance of suppliers,

assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies

and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with Quality and Engineering

Teams.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field required.
• Three years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or similar relevant position required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. TS/SCI security clearance

Area-I is an equal opportunity employer. Area-I does not discriminate in

employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status,

ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status,

physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military

service or any other characteristic protected by law.