Director, Global Supply Chain

Calspan • Saint Paul, MN • 1h ago

Overview

Calspan is a premier supplier of jet engine test facilities. We are seeking aDirector of Global Supply Chainto own and optimize our end-to-end global supply chain strategy-ensuring on time delivery, supplier excellence, and disciplined cost performance across complex, engineered projects.

This role is a senior leadership position with significant autonomy and visibility, partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to protect schedules, mitigate global risk, drive cost reduction, and enable business growth. This leader will build out and integrate our separate Procurement and Subcontract Management functions into a cohesive, unified team operating under standardized processes.

Responsibilities

Manage in alignment with our Company Values. Lead with the intent to create a respectful and healthy work culture that embraces inclusion. Create awareness in others of their abilities; involve others and share authority in planning and decision-making; challenge the Team and provide support by allowing them to take appropriate risks. Create an environment in which others feel ownership for results and feel comfortable taking action to achieve desired results. Provide timely, constructive feedback regarding performance with a commitment to motivate, train, and develop. Manage administrative responsibilities and assume full responsibility for the accomplishments of department functions.

On-Time Delivery

Own material, assembly, and subcontract delivery performance across global programs

Implement agile supply chain processes aligned to project execution plans.

Establish and manage KPIs related to schedule adherence, supplier OTIF performance, and quality.

Lead recovery plans for late or at - risk suppliers.

Supplier Qualification & Performance Management

Develop and enforce a rigorous supplier qualification program to vet vendors for technical capability, financial stability, and quality assurance.

Build strong, collaborative relationships with key strategic suppliers.

Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Strategic Cost Savings

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising the quality, safety, or timeline of testing operations.

Leverage data analytics and market intelligence to forecast pricing trends and secure competitive rates for materials and services.

Contract Writing & Negotiation

Draft, review, and execute complex global contracts with: general contractors, A&E firms, services, and fabricators.

Negotiate pricing, lead times, IP protections, risk allocation, and liability terms.

Ensure contracts include enforceable service level agreements and penalties for non-compliance or delays

Supply Chain Risk Mitigation

Proactively identify vulnerabilities within the global supply network, including geopolitical issues, material shortages, and logistical bottlenecks.

Develop and execute robust contingency plans, dual-sourcing strategies, and safety stock protocols to insulate our operations from external disruptions.

Qualifications

Preferred Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management , Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree is preferre d .

10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, with a minimum of 5 years in the aerospace, defense, or highly engineered manufacturing sectors.

Preferred Knowledge / Abilities:

Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills.

Proficiency with modern ERP systems ( Costpoint ) and supply chain analytics.

Proven track record of building and managing a global supply chain to meet aggressive operational deadlines.

Willingness to travel globally ( 10- 2 0 %).

Why join Calspan?

Be Calspan Culture

At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company's talent brand, "Be Calspan", incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.

Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees

Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities. Our benefits include: Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance.

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Salary Range (min)

USD $135,000.00/Yr.

Salary Range (max)

USD $150,000.00/Yr.

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Job LocationsUS-MN-St. Paul

Job ID 2026-2582

Category Operations

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