Supply Chain Director - DoD/FAR/DFAR

🚀 DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT📍 Nashville, TN | On-Site📅 9/80 Schedule — Every Other Friday Off💰 Senior Leadership | Aerospace & Defense | $100M–$200M SpendBuild & Lead the Supply Chain Organization Behind a Rapidly Growing Defense BusinessWe’re seeking an experienced Director of Supply Chain Management to lead the Supply Chain organization supporting a rapidly growing aerospace and defense business in Nashville, Tennessee.This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a strategic supply chain executive who can build an organization, influence product design, develop supplier strategy, and drive measurable improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.The Director will oversee approximately $100M–$200M in annual supply chain spend across procurement and subcontracts while partnering directly with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, and senior business leadership.🔥 What You'll OwnLead the Supply Chain organization across procurement and subcontractsBuild, develop, and lead a growing team of approximately 7–10 professionalsDevelop workforce plans aligned with program requirements, budgets, and long-term growthLead recruiting, onboarding, talent development, and organizational capability buildingPartner early with Engineering, Program Management, Operations, and Business LeadershipInfluence product and program design decisions to optimize:CostProducibilitySupplier performanceScheduleSupply chain riskManage approximately $100M–$200M in annual spendDevelop supplier strategies and oversee procurement executionLead subcontract management and supplier risk mitigationDrive year-over-year improvements in supplier quality, cost, and lead timeEstablish scalable processes, systems, and performance metricsBuild strong relationships with strategic suppliers and internal stakeholdersCommunicate strategic supply chain issues to senior leadership, customers, and suppliersEnsure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and import/export requirements🎯 What We're Looking For15+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degreeor 13+ years with a Graduate degreeor 19+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degreeSignificant leadership experience across Supply Chain, Procurement, Subcontracts, or Materials Management5+ years of FAR/DFARS contracting experienceExperience working within DoD / government contracting environmentsStrong strategic sourcing and supplier-management capabilitiesProven experience building and developing high-performing teamsStrong cross-functional leadership and executive communication skillsAbility to obtain a Secret security clearance⭐ Preferred ExperienceNew product or major program launch experienceExperience with ERP/MRP implementations, particularly CostpointExperience with FAR Part 15 and FAR Part 12Import/export compliance knowledgeExperience scaling supply chain organizations during periods of rapid growthAerospace, defense, or advanced technology manufacturing experienceStrong understanding of government procurement and subcontracting requirements🚀 Why This Role Stands OutThis isn't simply a procurement leadership position.You'll have the opportunity to build the supply chain organization itself while influencing how products are designed, sourced, manufactured, and delivered.You'll have direct visibility with senior business leadership and significant responsibility for a $100M–$200M spend portfolio, making decisions that directly impact growth, affordability, supplier performance, and program execution.The role also provides the opportunity to help shape supply chain strategy for next-generation defense programs while developing the people and infrastructure needed to support future growth.📅 Work-Life BalanceNashville, Tennessee | On-SiteEnjoy a 9/80 schedule, working 9 days every two weeks with every other Friday off.🔑 Key Qualifications at a GlanceSupply Chain LeadershipProcurement & SubcontractsFAR / DFARSDoD Contracting$100M–$200M Spend ManagementSupplier StrategyTeam Building & Talent DevelopmentNew Product / Program LaunchERP / MRP / CostpointIf you're a senior Director of Supply Chain, Supply Chain Executive, Procurement Director, Subcontracts Director, or Materials leader with strong DoD contracting experience and you're ready to build and scale a supply chain organization, I'd like to connect.📩 Message me directly or apply to learn more.#Hiring #SupplyChain #SupplyChainManagement #DirectorSupplyChain #Procurement #StrategicSourcing #Subcontracts #DefenseJobs #AerospaceJobs #DoD #DFARS #FAR #GovernmentContracting #SupplyChainLeadership #ProcurementLeadership #Costpoint #Manufacturing #DefenseIndustry #NashvilleJobs #TennesseeJobs #LeadershipJobs #9x80