Supply Chain Manager
Location: Gilbert, AZ
Summary
Advanced Technology Systems Company (ATSC) is seeking an experienced, strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain operations supporting advanced technology products and defense and international programs. The role oversees sourcing, subcontract management, procurement, materials planning, inventory, and supplier performance; establishes strategies and standards; negotiates complex agreements; and builds supplier partnerships that drive cost efficiency, quality, compliance, and on-time delivery. The manager partners across Engineering, Program Management, Operations, Finance, and Business Development to align supply chain capabilities with programmatic and financial objectives. Requires strong knowledge of federal procurement, complex hardware supply chains, and DoD/FMS contracting, combined with hands-on leadership and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Set and execute enterprise supply chain strategies, policies, sourcing methods, supplier selection, contract negotiation, total-cost analysis, and long-range planning (STRAP/AOP) aligned with business growth and financial goals.
• Lead and develop buyers, planners, sourcing specialists, subcontract managers, and analysts; establish performance goals, coaching, development and succession plans; partner with HR on hiring, onboarding, performance, and employee matters.
• Direct Purchasing, Materials Management, Inventory, and Planning; align resources with program demand, technical requirements, schedules, and supply chain readiness; drive process improvements and on-time program execution.
• Oversee strategic sourcing, supplier evaluations, vendor consolidation, cost analysis, contract terms, and supplier performance; resolve escalations through corrective actions and recovery plans; promote ethical supplier engagement.
• Develop procurement strategies meeting cost, schedule, and technical requirements; analyze financial and business trends, identify risks and cost reductions, and support proposal/subcontract procurement strategies.
• Maintain accurate Costpoint ERP supplier, procurement, and inventory data; oversee RFQs/RFPs, source selections, sole-source justifications, best-value analyses, commercial item determinations, supplier qualifications, lead times, ratings, capabilities, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and applicable federal/customer requirements for DoD and FMS programs; maintain compliant documentation and support internal and external audits.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required; Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive strategic procurement or supply chain management experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS; DoD and FMS procurement experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems required; Costpoint expertise strongly preferred, particularly demand-driven material allocation.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills; ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (current clearance preferred).
Physical Demands & Work Environment
Primarily office-based; regularly sits, stands, climbs stairs, uses hands for computer input, and communicates effectively. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds as needed and read, write, and speak English fluently.
ATSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability. We welcome applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree required; Supply Chain Management or a related field preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive strategic procurement or supply chain management experience.
- 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Deep knowledge of FAR and DFARS.
- DoD and FMS procurement experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- Costpoint expertise, particularly demand-driven material allocation.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance; current clearance preferred.
- Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.
What We Do
ATSC IES Inc. is a Gilbert, Arizona-based defense technology company, formerly known as Stara Technologies, that develops and deploys specialized systems for defense missions. Its offerings include miniature GPS-guided parachutes, noise-suppressing UAV mufflers and specialized transport containers, as well as integrated base-defense and C5ISR solutions spanning command, control, communications, computing, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. It also provides engineering and technical support for government defense programs.
