Supply Chain Specialist jobs in Bossier City, LA

We're looking for a full-time, staff Strategic Supply Chain Specialist 2, Munitions to join our Day & Zimmermann team located in Texarkana, TX. This can be onsite or remote! The Strategic Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for all sourcing and cradle-to-grave subcontract administration under FAR & DFAR guidelines in support of U.S. Government prime contracts. This role maintains supplier and subcontractor relationships. This position is responsible for the creation of funding documents and procurement of all required goods, services and equipment for the Munitions organization. The Strategic Supply Chain Specialist participates in formulating strategies to reduce the total cost of goods and/or services acquired to ensure competitive pricing while meeting all quality requirements.

• Collaborates with business partners to ensure qualified suppliers are selected for RFP & RFQ processes.; Develops the sourcing strategies in conjunction with the business unit to support production deadlines; Facilitates supplier meetings and visits client facilities as required.
• Manages full Sourcing lifecycle from preparation of the Recommended Bidder's List (RBL), issues RFQs (Request for Quote), receives and evaluates bids, prepares Competitive Bid Evaluation (CBE), conducts supplier negotiations, issues Purchase Orders/Subcontracts, administrates change orders and Purchase Order/Subcontract closeout, assists in the resolution of supplier invoice disputes, and manages delivery compliance.
• Demonstrates timely communication of potential issues with Business Unit Management/partners and Supply Chain Management to ensure and/or mitigate impact to scheduled dates/deliverables.
• Manages supplier relationships to include the development, engagement, problem resolution and communications for the business unit; Manages and engages suppliers for auditing purposes to ensure specification and quality requirements are met; Identifies and develops relationships with diverse suppliers who align with business unit strategies.
• Successfully negotiates pricing with suppliers to ensure competitiveness is achieved; Identifies areas of risk and develops and implements mitigation plans; Determines areas where cost savings may be achieved while enhancing operating efficiencies.
• Supports the Estimating team as required.

• Ability to prioritize workload to support internal/external customer requirements, utilizes resources to accomplish tasks efficiently and to support production schedules in a matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR and applicable government regulations including legal contracting principals.
• Strong sourcing, negotiating, organizational, verbal & written communication skills to include decision-making, change management, conflict management, and strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and SAP/ERP Systems.
• Experience in government contracting, munitions' industry and manufacturing environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field operations.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience.
• CPM, CPSM or APICS a plus.
• Great attitude and team player.
• Successful completion of background screening process.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the wage range for this role is $75,120.00 - $112,680.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.
• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)
• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)
• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)
• Walking
• Repetitive motion of any part of the body
• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
• Hearing
• Talking
• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or worksite.