Director of Supply Chain Technical Sourcing

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming U.S. and allied defense capabilities with advanced software and hardware systems. Our Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) business line is building critical propulsion capabilities that will redefine how our customers meet urgent mission requirements.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Director of Supply Chain to lead procurement, subcontracts, material flow, inventory, and warehousing operations across multiple sites and programs. This senior leadership role carries broad responsibility for developing and executing supply chain strategies to fuel Anduril’s rapid growth in propulsion. Your expertise will shape the supply chain for one of the most critical propulsion programs in the defense sector. You will be asked to lead cross-functional projects to achieve cost, quality, and delivery targets.

As a member of the Supply Chain team, you will be in a matrix reporting structure; reporting directly into McHenry’s Head of Production with dotted line responsibilities into our corporate Supply Chain leadership.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with overall business goals, aiming for supply continuity, quality, efficiency and cost optimization while enabling the business to scale significantly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and drive supplier performance management to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and cost requirements.
• Negotiate (with support as needed from the Global Strategic Sourcing team as needed) complex commercial terms with suppliers directly to establish best-in-class pricing, quality, flexibility, delivery, payment, warranty, and service terms.
• Collaborate with other supply chain experts across the company to develop and execute supply chain best practices.
• Collaborate internally with key cross functional leadership teams (ex., engineering, program management, finance, business line...etc.) to negotiate the right tradeoffs, solicit cooperation and resolve problems proactively
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance. Define key performance indicators (KPIs) to track track supply chain health and drive improvements.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze data, and provide regular reports to management on supply chain performance.
• Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support. Hire world class talent to continue the rapid expansion of the existing team.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks to the supply chain, such as disruptions to supply or changes in market conditions.
• Optimize material flow systems including warehousing, material handling, and staging/kitting/delivery processes to support production requirements across multiple sites.
• Conduct make/buy analysis and vertical integration assessments to determine the most effective manufacturing and sourcing strategies.
• Develop innovative inventory solutions and ensure inventory accuracy to balance operational efficiency with program requirements.
• Implement and oversee supply base cost management initiatives to drive value and maintain competitive advantage in the defense sector.
• Support capture teams with supply chain expertise to strengthen bid responses and proposals for new business opportunities.
• Lead strategic source selection processes to identify and qualify suppliers that can meet Anduril's demanding technical and schedule requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership in aerospace & defense, propulsion, or regulated manufacturing
• Strong background in procurement, subcontracts, material planning, and warehouse/inventory operations
• Deep knowledge of FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and defense contracting practices
• Proven ability to negotiate complex agreements and deliver results on cost, schedule, and quality
• Experience scaling supply chain organizations during high growth or production ramps
• Executive presence with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA or Master’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related technical field
• Previous experience in implementing ERP systems as they relate to supply chain (ex., supplier portal, warehouse management system...etc.).
• Proven leadership leading large teams in driving and influencing other teams to a common goal.
• Strong team player who can wear different hats to help your team move forward. Willing to tackle individual contributor tasks while managing a small team.