Supply Chain Director – Aerospace (SIOP & Supply Chain Leadership) Location: Phoenix, AZ Status: Full-Time, Exempt Compensation: Commensurate with Experience Reports to: Vice President of Operations

About Us Precision Aerospace, LLC is a Tier 1 aerospace manufacturer with more than 40 years of experience delivering high-precision components from our Phoenix, Arizona facility. Our customers rely on us for speed, quality, responsiveness, and the ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges. We are seeking a Supply Chain Director to lead our end-to-end supply chain with direct ownership of Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) . This role is for a working leader — someone who can craft supply chain strategy at the executive table but also roll up their sleeves in execution and actively train the team in best practices.

Why This Role Matters The supply chain is the lifeline of our business. Done well, it ensures we have the right materials, at the right time, at the right cost — and that our production schedules align to customer demand. As Supply Chain Director, you'll own this process. You'll lead SIOP , manage inventory strategy , drive sourcing and purchasing execution , and ensure that procurement, warehouse, and production control are tightly aligned. You'll be both a strategist and a teacher — setting the vision and coaching the team daily on how to deliver it.

We offer: A strategic leadership role that influences the direction of the business A hands-on leadership role where you'll execute and mentor side by side with your team Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, PTO, and 401(k) with match A collaborative environment where results and accountability are recognized

Responsibilities The Supply Chain Director will lead strategy and execution across planning, inventory, purchasing, and logistics. Key accountabilities include:

SIOP Leadership Lead and mature the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process. Align forecasts, capacity, and inventory to achieve stability, predictability, and profitability. Build and maintain a master schedule and drive load leveling across operations. Track forecast accuracy and lead corrective actions with supply chain partners. ERP & Data Integrity Serve as the hands-on ERP/MRP expert — entering, validating, and teaching best practices. (E xperience with IQMS, Infor LN, or Epicor preferred.) Train planners, buyers, and schedulers in ERP use to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Inventory Leadership Design and execute inventory strategies, including safety stock, reorder points, and inventory turns. Balance working capital and service levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence. Implement cycle counting and inventory accuracy programs to ensure real-time visibility. Partner with operations and finance to align inventory levels with company objectives. Sourcing & Purchasing Strategy Develop and execute sourcing strategies for aerospace materials, assemblies, and components (domestic and international). Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term contract agreements. Drive cost reduction while maintaining quality and delivery performance. Resolve escalated supplier issues directly, balancing short-term needs with long-term partnerships. Operational Leadership (Working Leader) Direct Production Control, Procurement, Outside Supplier Processing (OSP), and Warehouse operations. Walk the floor daily, mentor staff, and model best practices in scheduling, buying, and inventory management. Build and develop a team of 10+ supply chain professionals, ensuring depth, accountability, and growth. Performance & KPIs Establish and report end-to-end supply chain KPIs: On-Time Delivery (OTD) Inventory Turns & Accuracy Forecast Accuracy Supplier Performance (Quality & Delivery) Total Delivered Cost Coach the team on how their daily actions connect to KPI outcomes. Continuous Improvement Lead Lean/5S/Kaizen initiatives to simplify supply chain processes and reduce waste. Standardize planning, purchasing, and inventory procedures for consistency and velocity. Drive cost savings through supplier negotiations, logistics optimization, and waste elimination.

Qualifications U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (ITAR requirement). Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred). Minimum 8 years of supply chain and materials leadership experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing, including strategic sourcing and domestic/international supplier contract negotiation. Proven experience designing and executing inventory management strategies (safety stock, turns, cycle counting, accuracy programs). Proven ability to develop and implement sourcing and purchasing strategies that balance cost, quality, and delivery. ERP system fluency required — must identify systems used and demonstrate hands-on experience. Proven leadership in driving ERP system change or transition initiatives. Strong knowledge of MRP, SIOP, and inventory control methodologies. Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and elevate team capability. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Track record of delivering measurable improvements in KPIs and cost reductions.

Physical Requirements Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, writing, and typing. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Ability to wear required PPE when on the shop floor.

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