Director of Supply Chain

About CraneCrane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E’s brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You’ll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!Job SummaryThe Director of Supply Chain is accountable and responsible for developing and implementing commodity strategies that deliver the lowest total cost, reduce inventory and maximize customer satisfaction through best in class on time delivery, lead time and quality metrics.Essential FunctionsDevelop and lead the execution of global supply chain strategies that support objectives for material cost reduction, supplier On Time Delivery (OTD), inventory reduction, supplier quality and supplier lead times, including actions to rationalize the supply base, drive increased sourcing from low cost sources, leverage the material spend with other Crane business units, implement supplier agreements and reduce the administrative cost of the Supply Chain functions.Manage site tactical procurement activities, receiving, stockroom and shipping departments including all assigned personnel and the integrity of all relevant data in the system.Oversee the resolution of all issues affecting on time delivery and quality of product from our suppliers; Coordinate meetings and publish minutes to keep Value Stream and Site management informed of status on any issues that may cause delays in shipments.Lead efforts to develop, implement and manage alternate material replenishment methods (consignment, kanban, vendor managed) that increase turns year over year while supporting 100% customer on-time delivery and lead-time reduction.Support new product introduction procurement requirements.Oversee development of visual standard work for all major processes and ensure compliance of same.Oversee development, implementation, and support of processes that continually reduce the number of transactions required to maintain and move materials and information flows.Support Value Stream Managers’ efforts to establish “point of use” inventory, ARMs, Make or Buy decisions and other initiatives.Monitor supplier scrap, being fully responsible for all valid in house rejects of purchased parts; Work with supplier base to reduce supplier generated scrap; Coordinate all technical communications with suppliers and obtain corrective actions in a timely manner.Support Strategic Procurement Director ensuring that overall company policies and procedures are followed and that company-wide initiatives are supported.Build a highly skilled, highly regarded and motivated customer focused team.Guide and direct all assigned personnel ensuring that company policy and work rules are adhered to and activities are in compliance with the Bargaining Unit Agreement.Any other task assigned by supervisor or management.Minimum QualificationsExperience: 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years of management experienceDirect experience implementing lean concepts (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Leadership, 5S, etc.); Prior experience implementing a pull system/Kanban approach to component flow; Extensive sourcing experienceKnowledge: Working knowledge of eSourcing tools; Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Oracle (or other) MRP/ERP systemSkills/AbilitiesExcellent analytical, organization, and planning skills; Demonstrated success developing and executing comprehensive supply chain strategies and action plansAbility to develop, lead, and motivate cross-functional teams; Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively as part of a team in a matrix organizationProven ability to develop collaborative relationships and influence up, down and across organizational linesStrong negotiation and contract management skills; Strong customer service orientation; Proven ability to resolve problems quickly using outside the box thinking and creative problem solving skillsExcellent communication skills (verbal and written); Ability to influence and drive change and accountabilityAbility to manage competing interests while maintaining a sense of urgency and to meet frequent short timeline, goals, and deadlinesProven expertise in developing supplier quality systems and supplier performance metricsEducation/CertificationBA or BS degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field; Lean/Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or Green Belt)Preferred QualificationsMaster’s level degree preferredCertification in APICS and/or ISMKnowledge of FAR, DFAR, and ITAR regulationsSalary range: $196,000 to $242,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the monthTime Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company matchEducation Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employmentYou can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. #CAEThis description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.