System Optimization & Standardization
System Architecture & Governance: Lead the team that supports existing Ariba and Supplier Portal systems including users, configuration maintenance and enhancement evaluation and implementation.
Partner with Business Process and Data Analytics Teams: Collaborate with the other teams in the Enablement CoE to ensure standard processes and data sets are supported in Ariba and the Supplier Portals.
Team Performance KPIs: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and set goals to track team performance.
Training & Talent Development: Maintain training documentation to ensure a standard, role-based plan for all supply chain resources.
Transformation Project: Support the business in its journey to transform Supply Chain as required.
Project Execution & Strategic Initiatives Leadership
Lead and provide governance of Ariba/Ariba CRE and the Supplier Portals.
The Associate Director will act as the primary execution lead for the following key initiatives, including:
Digital Transformation Strategy: Partner with Digital Technology (DT) teams to determine the strategy for implementing Ariba CRE (data secure version) and the One Portal projects for the supply chain function.
Achieve all schedules associated with those projects and meet objectives of these projects including the successful end-of-life of legacy systems.
Data Integrity & Compliance Projects: Ensure all relevant internal Ariba process configurations for all modules (sourcing, contracts, buying, forms, catalogues) as well as both the Supplier Portal and Ariba manage data export rules correctly.
ERP & Digital Integration: Serve as the S4 Hana PST S2P SME lead for the interface between S4 and One Portal and Ariba.
Automation & Efficiency: Support the implementation of twelve new automated projects in SC for 2026.
Work extensively with team peers in System and Tools and the Data Analytics and Business Process teams to automate wherever possible including electronic forms, catalogues, workflows and approval processes.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Business Process Optimization, or Operations within the Aerospace & Defense industry.
Leadership: 5+ years of experience managing direct reports and leading large, complex, cross-functional project teams.
Skills: Excellent communication skills required.
Demonstrated expertise in process mapping, Six Sigma/Lean methodologies, continuous improvement, change management, and enterprise system implementations (SAP S4 Hana, Ariba, Supplier Portal).
A&D Experience: Deep acumen regarding Supply Chain procurement and sourcing processes, strong understanding of the regulatory environment and compliance requirements (e.g., ITAR, CSD), process standardization, change management, working across a matrixed enterprise, and unique challenges within the Aerospace and Defense supply chain are mandatory.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
Eligible for relocation

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

process mappingSix SigmaLean methodologiescontinuous improvementchange managemententerprise system implementationsSAP S4 HanaAribaSupplier Portaldata integrity

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunication