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 Mesquite Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter 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 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you.

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.

This position will be located at the new GD-OTS facility located in Mesquite, TX. 

This position is required to be on-site. 

SUMMARY: 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• 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

IMPACT OF THE ROLE

• ​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
• Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures and department plan; receives guidance from manager
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Education and/or Experience:

• Associates Degree and/or Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education and Experience
• 7-8 years prior experience in a similar position
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree with discipline/major in Business, Supply Chain or related degree preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Leadership Skills
• Leaders with direct reports
• Decision-making skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and detail oriented.
• Analytical thinking skills and decision-making skills. 
• Proficient with use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 

Preferred

• Experience with start ups, such as project planning, and establishing business processes, management systems, and work instructions is desired. This is an exciting opportunity to create the business processes, systems, and culture to stand up a high performing manufacturing operation. 

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 Requirements

• No or very little travel likely.