Senior Manager, Supply Chain Performance

Company: General Atomics
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Supply Chain Performance at our Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA location. This is a technical internal and external customer/supplier-facing role. Reporting to the Contracts, Procurement and Proposals Management Director of Operations, the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Performance Management will be responsible for driving strategic subcontractor management, material program management, and supply chain risk mitigation across critical organizational functions.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for subcontractor research and selection, performance evaluation, and strategic alignment
• Support complex negotiations and lead relationship management with key strategic suppliers
• Design and maintain robust subcontractor performance measurement frameworks
• Conduct rigorous quarterly and annual performance reviews and strategic assessments
• Manage work assignments and provide direction to staff while ensuring subcontracts processes meet assigned timelines
• Support and define procurement strategies for complex engineering and manufacturing programs
• Manage direct reports responsible for individual material program execution, following demand planning
• Develop and maintain comprehensive material acquisition roadmaps
• Support advanced forecasting and demand planning methodologies
• Ensure alignment between Material Planning and Procurement
• Create and maintain enterprise-level supply chain risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Develop predictive risk models incorporating geopolitical, economic, and technological factors
• Implement proactive risk monitoring and rapid response protocols
• Establish contingency planning for critical supply chain disruptions
• Oversee advanced supplier scorecarding and performance evaluation systems
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives based on performance data
• Leverage data analytics to drive strategic supplier relationship management
• Collaborate closely with Material Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Finance leadership
• Represent Supply Chain interests in strategic planning and decision-making forums
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across procurement processes
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
• Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or requiredJob Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field and thirteen or more years of progressively complex experience in procurement, subcontracts or supply chain
  • Master's degree preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive supply chain management experience in defense, aerospace, or complex manufacturing sectors
  • Proven track record of managing large, strategic supplier relationships
  • Advanced understanding of risk management and performance optimization methodologies
  • Demonstrates detailed and extensive technical expertise and application of government/commercial contract administration principles, concepts, and practices as well as comprehensive contract/subcontract management and leadership skills
  • Must have a thorough understanding of applicable laws and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), FAR supplements and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
  • Must possess the ability to resolve unusually complex management and technical problems while serving as spokesperson on assigned projects and/or programs
  • Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives
  • Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as requiredRequired Skills
    • Advanced analytical and strategic planning capabilities
    • Expert-level proficiency in supply chain management software and analytics tools
    • Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
    • Exceptional communication and leadership abilities
    • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional teamsTechnical Competencies
      • Advanced supply chain risk modeling
      • Supplier performance management frameworks
      • Strategic sourcing methodologies
      • Enterprise risk management principles
      • Advanced data analytics and visualizationPreferred Certifications
        • APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
        • ISM Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
        • Project Management Professional (PMP)Salary: $125,810 - $229,670
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