General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Sr. Manager, Procurement to join our Garland Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the war-fighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 4o1k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you. 

Sr. Manager, Procurement Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of Purchasing Disciplines. 

• Manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing.
• Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain.
• Collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels.
• Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands.
• Oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations.
• Leads and manages the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination with concurrence from HR & General Managers.
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
• Manages professional employees and/or supervisors
• Must have at least one professional expert or one supervisor as a direct report
• Has accountability for the performance and results of a team within own area of specialty
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges

Education and/or Experience: 

• Associate's Degreen and 7-8 years' experience OR
• Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/ or Experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management or related degree
• Leadership skills. Decision-making skills. Oral and written communication skills. Analytical thinking skills. Detail oriented. Ability to meet deadlines.

Must Have: 

• People Management Exp - Leader with Direct Reports

Required Qualifications: 

• Experience with DoD government regulations include, but not limited to DCMA, DCAA, DCMO standards and USG/FAR, DFARS, CFR49, ITAR, etc.

Physical Demands:  

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel: 

• None or very little travel likely.

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