<p>We are seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Manager to support complex defense programs by managing supplier performance, subcontract execution, procurement activities, and program objectives throughout the contract lifecycle. This role serves as a critical liaison between suppliers, program management, engineering, manufacturing, contracts, and executive leadership to ensure successful delivery of products and services that meet cost, schedule, quality, and technical requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in defense contracting, supplier management, subcontract administration, and cross-functional program execution within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Execute and manage suppliers from contract award through closeout, ensuring performance against cost, schedule, technical, and quality objectives.</li><li>Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships to support program execution and organizational goals.</li><li>Oversee supplier planning activities across multiple subsystems and functional areas critical to program success.</li><li>Monitor and track supplier performance within Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).</li><li>Lead supplier performance reviews, risk assessments, corrective actions, and mitigation planning.</li><li>Drive accountability for supplier performance metrics and contractual obligations.</li><li>Manage subcontractor execution, including delivery of technical data, documentation, milestones, and contractual requirements.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Program & Business Operations:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Support Program Management and Contracts teams with subcontract requirements, negotiations, and supplier engagement activities.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure suppliers effectively support program objectives.</li><li>Partner with leadership on budgeting, resource planning, forecasting, and contract profitability analysis.</li><li>Support business development activities, proposals, and new business captures within the defense portfolio.</li><li>Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize program impact.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and government regulations.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Continuous Improvement:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Support quality initiatives and process improvement efforts aligned with ISO 9001 and organizational objectives.</li><li>Recommend and implement best practices in supplier management, subcontract administration, and procurement processes.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by management.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Clerk to support daily procurement activities in Carrollton, Texas. This position plays an important role in helping the organization secure materials and services efficiently by coordinating orders, monitoring delivery progress, and maintaining accurate purchasing records. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working with vendors as well as internal teams to keep purchasing operations running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit purchase orders while ensuring each request aligns with established procurement guidelines and approved internal needs.<br>• Review order details carefully by confirming pricing, quantities, and purchasing terms against supporting documents such as quotes, contracts, and requisitions.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for suppliers by requesting updates, confirming shipment timelines, and addressing order-related concerns.<br>• Monitor outstanding orders and take timely action to follow up on late deliveries, shortages, or other fulfillment issues.<br>• Keep purchasing documentation up to date, including vendor files, order history, and related records needed for audit and operational accuracy.<br>• Reconcile purchasing documents by comparing purchase orders, receiving paperwork, and invoices to identify mismatches before processing.<br>• Assist with resolving billing issues, product returns, and other discrepancies in coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.<br>• Provide support for inventory replenishment efforts by helping maintain appropriate stock levels and communicating supply needs to relevant teams.<br>• Partner with accounting, operations, and project personnel to ensure procurement activities remain accurate, timely, and well coordinated.<br>• Handle routine administrative tasks connected to the purchasing function, including data entry, filing, and status reporting.