Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager – Coherent Corp.

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The Emerging Laser Subsystems (ELS) business unit in Coherent Aerospace & Defense Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead supply chain operations across its multiple sites. The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for managing a small procurement group across sites in CO, OH, and NJ and will actively participate in all aspects of supply‑chain management and procurement while the group is small and growing.

This role involves collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams on exciting and challenging product developments in the areas of high‑energy lasers, gimballed assemblies, space‑based optical telescopes, and active sensing.

• Management of and active participation within a small team of procurement specialists
• Supplier management, including developing and implementing strategic sourcing plans and establishing long‑term relationships with key suppliers to realize cost savings and favorable terms
• Development of cost‑reduction strategies
• Assisting program management in oversight of vendor contract performance
• Developing synergistic relationships with procurement groups in sister Aerospace & Defense business units, establishing and de‑conflicting EP&T‑specific processes within a common ERP system

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, STEM discipline or other relevant discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.

• Supply chain management, including supplier sourcing and procurement
• Seasoned planner and buyer
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Staff management and team development

• Strategic sourcing, especially related to precision opto‑mechanical assemblies or laser systems
• Supply cost‑control
• Demonstrated success in contract negotiations
• Experience with multiple ERP systems, especially IFS, Oracle and Costpoint
• Procurement for aerospace and defensive programs
• Familiarity with operations functions other than supply chain management (e.g. quality, inventory)

Job operates in a professional office environment, manufacturing floor, and in clean room facilities. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Work in a cubicle area – must be able to work in an environment where employees are on the phone/speaking, causing potential distractions. Noise level – usually moderate for the manufacturing floor and clean room facilities.

A hybrid remote/in‑office work arrangement may be possible.

• Standing – particularly for sustained periods of time. 25% of the time.
• Walk – occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Talking – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, conveying instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing – perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Lifting – raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position‑to‑position. No more than 10 to 15 pounds.
• Sedentary Work – sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally.
• Visual acuity – close vision and ability to adjust focus.

All employees are required to attend scheduled training, follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent A&D EHS standards. This includes the use of proper protective equipment (PPE) as required by the job responsibilities. Managers will ensure that all safety and environmental procedures are followed consistently. They will ensure that risk assessments are performed, proper training, work instructions, required PPE is available, and will monitor compliance.

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities…