[Hiring] Supply Chain Program Specialist @General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Role Description

Imagine building your career by developing the solutions that support the mission of our nation’s service members, intelligence analysts, and first responders. That’s the challenge that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you have the opportunity to redefine innovation and excellence for the world. Are you ready? Then make a career move that makes an impact at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native, and Quantum Physics to solve our customers’ missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar, and everything in between.

We are seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to support the supply chain management team by:

• Conducting supplier risk assessments
• Capacity analysis
• Identification of alternative suppliers to support our defense customers

A background in supplier relationship management, supplier risk assessments, and data analytics is required. The Supply Chain Specialist will be responsible for:

• Identifying and mitigating supplier risks
• Pursuing supplier opportunities
• Conducting supplier/customer site visits to assess supplier performance, quality, and capacity constraints
• Consolidating analyses into executive-level briefings

Working knowledge of supplier risk assessment tools, ERP systems, and familiarity with defense programs is preferred.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Fully proficient knowledge of procurement practices and principles, including quality processes, counterfeit parts, supplier risk management, and other compliance requirements such as federal, state, Federal Acquisition Requirements/DFAR, and local laws
• Strong knowledge in assigned commodities and advanced decision-making skills
• Solid analytical and negotiation skills
• Cross-functional collaboration to assess supplier issues and opportunities, commodity business plans, market trends, pricing, and product availability
• Strong knowledge and experience with ERP/MRP systems

Requirements

• Superior attention to detail skills
• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Professional acumen and general business awareness
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research-oriented work, alongside award-winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

Company Description

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products, and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!