Strategic Supply Chain Specialist 1, DZMG

Location: Middletown, Iowa, United States; onsite

Salary: $61,680–$92,520 per year

Company

Day & Zimmermann supports U.S. Government prime contracts and munitions manufacturing through supply chain, sourcing, and subcontracting operations.

What you will do

• Select qualified suppliers and support RFP and RFQ processes.
• Develop sourcing strategies with business units to support production deadlines.
• Prepare bidder lists, issue and evaluate RFQs, conduct competitive bid evaluations, and support supplier negotiations.
• Issue and administer purchase orders and subcontracts, including change orders and closeout.
• Monitor delivery compliance, resolve supplier invoice disputes, and communicate risks to business and supply chain management.
• Maintain supplier relationships, support audits, verify quality requirements, and assist the Estimating team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of FAR, DFAR, government regulations, and legal contracting principles.
• Experience with sourcing, supplier negotiations, analytical decision-making, conflict management, and written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and SAP/ERP systems.
• Experience in government contracting, the munitions industry, or manufacturing environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time onsite work in Middletown, Iowa.
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, AD&D, disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Paid maternity leave of up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, and other paid time off.
• Voluntary benefits and discount programs, including pet insurance.