Director, Supply Chain & Planning

Who Are We?

At Parry Labs we believe the modern combat advantage relies on the speed and scale of open systems. We’re redefining the edge of the increasingly ever-changing battlespace by delivering game-changing capabilities to our warfighters through digital engineering, software, and hardware solutions that are essential to our core of being a Digital Systems Integrator.

Born digital and agile, Parry Labs is building a winning team to be the premier provider for Next Generation Mission Systems Integration across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.

Are you ready to be an instrumental part of experts in the industry? Join us in the innovation of integration at Parry and apply to help develop the technologies of tomorrow while reaching new heights in your career today.

About the Job
The Director of Supply Chain & Planning will oversee the execution, and optimization of all supply chain and planning functions in support of Parry Labs’ advanced hardware and software solutions. This role is critical to ensuring that complex aerospace and defense programs are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and customer requirements. The Director will lead procurement, supplier management, production planning, logistics, and inventory control.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an integrated supply chain strategy that supports current production programs and scales for new product introductions (NPI) in aerospace and defense hardware.
• Manage procurement and supplier qualification processes, including flowdown of AS9100, ISO, and ITAR requirements to subcontractors and vendors.
• Negotiate and maintain supplier agreements to secure critical materials, electronics, and mechanical components while managing risk and total cost of ownership.
• Oversee production scheduling and materials planning to support high-volume programs (e.g., Defenders, Autonomy, Hypers, Micros) while ensuring flexibility for prototype and pre-production builds.
• Implement and optimize ERP/MRP systems for planning accuracy, inventory management, and production execution.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Program Management to ensure supply chain readiness for and contract deliverables.
• Manage logistics and distribution networks to ensure on-time delivery of systems to defense customers worldwide.
• Develop, mentor, and lead the supply chain and planning team, building a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of supply chain management experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or high-tech electronics manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100/ISO standards, ITAR compliance, and government contracting requirements.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations, risk management, and global sourcing of electronics and electromechanical systems.
• Experience implementing and scaling ERP/MRP systems to support complex hardware. (CostPoint Preferred)
• Active or eligible for a U.S. security clearance preferred.

Why Join Parry Labs?
At Parry Labs, we foster a culture of curiosity and collaboration. Employees are given the autonomy to leverage their skills in creating state-of-the-art tech solutions that aid in the protection of the American Warfighter. We encourage new and bold ideas that push the status quo. It is this entrepreneurial spirit that drives us.

Parry Labs will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives with benefits such as education assistance and unlimited paid time off, just to name a few.

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Accessibility/Accommodation
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (256) 682-7145 to let us know the nature of your request and contact information.