Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Export Management Company and Manufacturing / Repair facility in the Aviation, Marine, and Defense Electronics Industry working globally to support both the US Government and Foreign Government Agencies.

35 years in Business

Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager

Reports to : COO

Purpose : The Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement, third-party repairs, and in-house production planning activities. This role ensures efficient coordination of purchasing, repair processes, and production schedules to meet customer requirements. The manager will work closely with vendors, repair facilities, production teams, and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of products and services while maintaining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Procurement and Vendor Management :

Develop and implement procurement strategies to source components, materials, and services required for production and maintenance.

Evaluate and negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, repair facilities, and service providers.

Monitor supplier performance to ensure adherence to quality and delivery standards.

Ensure vendor delivery dates are being met and delays are communicated to all stakeholders and follow ups are completed in a timely manner, maximizing on time delivery.

Supervise and train Procurement team, ensuring accuracy of biweekly status reports

• Third-Party Repairs Coordination :

Manage third-party repair activities, ensuring compliance with repair specifications and turnaround times.

Coordinate with external repair facilities to handle repairs, modifications, and overhauls of equipment and components.

Track repair status and ensure timely return of parts to meet production schedules and customer needs.

Supervise Repairs management team, ensuring accurate biweekly status reports

• Production Planning :

Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to optimize in-house production activities and resource allocation.

Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure efficient production processes.

Meet with Technical Director and Depot Supervisor to monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to address changes in demand or unforeseen delays.

Identify bottlenecks in the production process and implement solutions to improve efficiency.

• Inventory and Supply Chain Management :

Manage inventory levels to balance production requirements, repair schedules, and cost objectives.

Work with logistics and admin teams to coordinate shipments, deliveries, and material movements.

Implement supply chain best practices to minimize lead times, reduce costs, and ensure availability of critical parts.

• Stakeholder Coordination :

Act as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement, repairs, and production planning.

Collaborate with the finance team for budgeting and cost control of procurement and repair activities.

Liaise with customers to understand their requirements and ensure the timely delivery of services and products.

• Continuous Improvement :

Identify opportunities to improve vendor performance / supply chain and production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality.

Participate in rolling out internal process improvements and technology developments, as well as work with Quality to achieve and maintain AS certification and compliance with CMMC.

Provide training and support to internal teams on component repair procedures, regulatory compliance, quality, and customer service best practices.

Participate in site visits, trade shows, and development initiatives to expand the quality of our Customer offerings

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, production planning, or procurement in the aviation or defense sector.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing, logistics, and production planning principles.
• Experience working with third-party repair facilities and understanding of repair / overhaul processes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Quantum and MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Key Skills :

• Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning
• Procurement and Vendor Management
• Inventory Control
• Third-Party Repair Coordination
• ERP / MRP System Proficiency
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Stakeholder and Vendor Relationship Management

Location :

• Sunrise, FL with potential for hybrid schedule. Occasional travel may be required.

The job duties, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations or the work environment change.

Our company conducts a thorough reference / background check and drug screening on prospective employees. Employment with our organization is contingent upon successful completion of these background and drug screenings. This position is subject to Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy. This position requires pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing and follow-up testing.

Caliber Sales Engineering is An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.