Job Title: Supply Chain ManagerJob Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee material sourcing, supplier relationships, and procurement activities. This role is critical in ensuring the availability of materials and components required for our production processes, while also managing supplier compliance and optimizing purchasing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of market trends, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead and mentor a team.

ResponsibilitiesAssess current material availability and forecast future availability based on market trends and delivery systems.Ensure materials, components, and finished goods are sourced efficiently to meet production requirements.Maintain strong relationships with primary board and material manufacturers, ensuring they meet quality and delivery standards.Engage with parts distributors to source hard-to-find and obsolete components required for legacy board builds.Collaborate with internal teams to provide clear communication regarding lead times, material availability, and order status.Manage the entire order process lifecycle, from material availability to delivery tracking and customer receipt.Process purchase orders for materials, supplies, equipment, and services, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Leverage authorized distribution channels to negotiate the lowest prices and fastest turnaround times for materials and services.Conduct international benchmarking to influence make/buy strategies and supplier selection.Manage the re-cost process to establish accurate and competitive fixed standard costs for all parts.Ensure purchasing activities comply with the Corporate Suppliers Approval Process.Conduct technical evaluations of suppliers through the audit process and report results.Collaborate with the Parent Company on third-party license agreements and purchasing-related projects.Lead and mentor the procurement team, providing guidance and training to ensure effective performance.Essential Skills5-10+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or a related field.Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.Ability to forecast material needs and manage complex supplier relationships.Deep understanding of market trends, supplier evaluation processes, and compliance.Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.Additional Skills & QualificationsMaster’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) are a plus.Proven experience in leading and developing a team preferred.Experience in Electronics Manufacturing, ideally relating to Ground to Air Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) systems is preferred.Tariff experience.Why Work Here?

Join a company in a major growth stage, expanding its product manufacturing to a new location. As part of a global organization, you will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand new manufacturing facility with a nice office space. The facility is climate-controlled, clean, and organized, with day shift hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Overland Park,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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