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We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.   Bombardier’s Benefits Program   With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:  Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) Competitive base salary  Retirement savings plan  Employee Assistance Program Tele Health Program What are your contributions to the team? Bombardier is seeking an experienced and dynamic Supply Chain Leader to lead our procurement team in support of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Global Defense programs. This leader will be responsible for supplier performance, compliance, and strategic sourcing initiatives across our defense programs. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in U.S. DoD supply chain management, a solid understanding of the FAR/DFARS, and demonstrated leadership of cross-functional teams in an aerospace and defense environment. This role is key to enabling Bombardier Defense’s long-term success with the U.S. Government by ensuring compliance, efficiency, and supplier excellence. The role will oversee supply chain proposal and program activity.    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES •    Lead, coach, and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing direction, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities. •    Drive supplier management and performance improvement initiatives, including metrics, scorecards, and strategic partnerships. •    Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contract execution activities in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and company policy. •    Oversee supplier engagement and risk mitigation strategies across development and production lifecycles. •    Manage Statements of Work (SOWs), subcontractor T&Cs, and ensure alignment with programmatic and contractual requirements. •    Champion Supply Chain compliance and support successful Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs). •    Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, engineering, program management, and quality to ensure alignment and support to program needs. •    Serve as a primary interface with suppliers for performance, escalation, and commercial resolution issues. •    Support cost reduction strategies and initiatives to optimize life cycle cost and drive supplier innovation. How to thrive in this role? •    You have a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered. •    You have a minimum of 10 years of direct experience in U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain management, including procurement and subcontracting. •    You have a deep knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS), and government procurement compliance. •    You have experience in managing complex supply chains within the aerospace and defense industry. •    You have demonstrated success in leading a team of supply chain or procurement professionals. •    You have proven experience in supplier negotiations, development and management of subcontracts, and management of supplier T&Cs and SOWs. •    You have strong analytical skills with the ability to manage large datasets and drive actionable insights. •    You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence internal stakeholders and external suppliers.  •    You are comfortable interacting/presenting to all levels of management, including senior leadership. •    You have experience managing or supporting a successful CPSR or internal compliance audit. •    You have experience with fixed-price and cost-type contracts. •    You are familiar with international contracting and global supply chain management. •    You have working knowledge of supplier risk management frameworks and tools. •    Project management certification (e.g., PMP) or similar credentials are an asset. Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!    Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.    Job   Leader, Supply Chain - Defense  Primary Location Remote LJT  Organization   Learjet Inc  Shift   Day job Employee Status Regular  Requisition   8324  Leader, Supply Chain - Defense  Nearest Major Market: Wichita Apply now » Find similar jobs: Management & Leadership Cookie Policy Cookie Consent Manager Trademarks Privacy Statement Privacy CCPA Privacy - Mexico View All Jobs Top Jobs © Bombardier 2024 × Cookie Consent Manager Cookie Settings When you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. 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