Supply chain specialist

Job Description:

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the U.S. federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At Kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

Technical Directions Inc. (TDI), a Business Unit within the Kratos Unmanned Systems Division, specializes in small, low-cost turbojet engine systems. TDI has assembled a team of subject matter experts in various disciplines capable of addressing all aspects related to small turbine engines. This strategy allows TDI to have the engineering depth typical of a much larger entity, while retaining the low-cost attributes and agile response found only in a small company. TDI’s experience encompasses all aspects of turbine engines, from clean-sheet design, through performance testing, vehicle integration, flight testing, and production manufacturing. The TDI team is growing rapidly as demand for small engines continues to increase.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for assisting with the strategic development and operational execution of the Supply Chain organization. This includes developing department goals, objectives, and processes/procedures, as well as ensuring suppliers deliver high-quality products and services on time and at the contracted cost. Key areas of responsibility include purchasing, material planning, inventory control, supplier management (performance measurement, timely delivery), and subcontract management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works in conjunction with operations and program managers.
• • All raw material & hardware is ordered & received at Technical Directions Inc. in time to support customer delivery.
  • Write purchase orders for raw material, hardware & subcontracting/ secondary services using the Technical Directions Inc approved suppliers list and standard work requirements.
  • Follow up on all placed purchase orders to assure on time delivery and alerts the program manager/ supply-chain manager of any schedule delays that may impact customer deliveries (primary contact).
• Inventory Responsibility
• • Verify movement of all incoming purchased & customer supplied material into their proper location (detail crib and related areas)
  • Maintain accurate inventory records for all purchased & customer supplied details
  • Supply the operations manager with a monthly list of inventory quantities located in the detail crib and related areas
• Supply Chain Responsibility
• • Work with engineering, quality, & operations to develop suppliers.
  • Create and send request for quotes “RFQ” to suppliers and follow-up for responses.
• Report Responsibility
• • Track On-time delivery from all sub tiers and providing a monthly report.
  • In conjunction with quality providing vendor quality ratings & provide a monthly report to management.
  • In conjunction with quality, provide Technical Directions Inc quality ratings & provide a monthly report to management.
• Material Responsibility
• • Document and create debits for all sub tiers and the returning of defective material for rework or evaluation to all sub tiers. (program manager to cost debits)
  • Work with the configuration management team to remove obsolete inventory or upgrade inventory as needed.
• Special Responsibility
• • Perform expediting for product both internal & external as directed
  • Update data in customer portals/web sites as required.
  • Perform other assignments and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

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Experience and Skills:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic working relationships.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Analytical skills with the ability to produce accurate analysis and exercise good judgment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferred:

• BS/BA in a Technical or Business field.
• Or 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or supplier management, preferably in DoD with complex product development, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Experience and or trained in Supply Chain Management, contract law, FAR/DFAR, and Cost accounting systems, “CAS”.
• Knowledge in PDM and MRP systems.
• Experience implementing long-term agreements and sub-contract agreements.
• Knowledge of government regulations impacting the strategic and tactical operations of the purchasing/supplier management organization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Primarily office environment: desk, telephone/headset, keyboard/mouse use, and one-on-one interactions with department personnel.
• Routine sitting and use of computer/telephone/copier equipment, some walking and reaching, active listening, and thinking.
• Ability to produce accurate analysis and use good judgment in conducting responsibilities.
• Moderate travel, domestic.
• Office and manufacturing environment with potential exposure to uncontrolled climate conditions, noise, dust, and hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds in accordance with safety training guidelines.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

Job Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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