Manager, Global Supply Chain

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Sector is seeking a Manager, Global Supply Chain, to join our team! Occasional travel may be required for in-person engagements with internal customers and suppliers across multiple Leidos sites. This high impact role will report directly to the Director, Global Supply Chain and will serve as an integrated member of the Defense Contracts and Supply Chain organization. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission command and control, and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here ! Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today! The successful candidate will manage a team of Subcontracts professionals, provide strategic leadership and act as a key interface between Leidos management and senior Contracts and ,Global Supply Chain management. The successful leader will serve as the primary liaison between Subcontractors and multiple programs, contractually managing agreements of various types (i.e., typically of a high dollar value, risk, and complexity). This role is ideal for a strategic supply chain leader who thrives in complex, government-regulated environments and understands how supplier ecosystems support mission-critical defense objectives This role will require close collaboration with other functions, such as, but not limited to: Contracts, Program Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Manufacturing, Growth and Business Development to ensure the successful execution of the assigned portfolio. In addition to leading the team, the candidate may have the opportunity to directly manage subcontracts on select programs when needed or help with special projects and corporate initiatives. They will be expected to align subcontract outcomes with program, business area and sector objectives, communicate effectively, manage their time efficiently, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and demonstrate acute attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, capable of working independently, and willing to go beyond to ensure the success of both their team and their individual contributions.

The position requires great business acumen and the demonstration of sound judgement with a high level of ethics Managing the team’s workload, making assignments and setting clear expectations, holding staff accountable to commitments and goals, overseeing the quality of work under their responsibility, conducting performance reviews, developing and encouraging their team to perform at a high level.  Thorough knowledge of federal subcontracting and experience providing creative solutions to business and program requirements, while ensuring compliance with all prime customer requirements and commitments. Lead negotiations and execution of strategic long-term agreements with key suppliers to support supply continuity, affordability, innovation, and long-term procurement savings. Collaborate with Contracts, Supply Chain, Business Development, Program Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and