Full-Time

Supply Chain Manager

Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

51-200 employees

Manages SBA 8(a) operating companies

No salary listed

Happy Valley, OR, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Forecasting
ISO 9001

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Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Logistics, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Minimum 10 years of supply chain, procurement, purchasing, or materials management experience within a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated experience managing Purchasing, Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Kitting, Supplier Management
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and BOM-driven procurement
  • Strong understanding of inventory management, cycle counting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Government contracting or defense manufacturing experience (preferred)
  • Experience supporting maritime or vessel manufacturing programs (preferred)
  • Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, Government Property regulations, and counterfeit parts prevention (preferred)
  • APICS CPIM, CSCP, or ISM CPSM certification (preferred)
  • Experience with DMSMS and lifecycle material planning (preferred)
  • Knowledge of OSHA and ISO 9001 quality systems (preferred)
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (physical)
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in a heavy manufacturing environment (physical)
  • Ability to work extended hours as required to support production schedules (physical)
Responsibilities
  • Lead all supply chain operations, including purchasing, shipping, receiving, inventory management, inspection, warehousing, and kitting.
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies supporting production schedules and program requirements.
  • Manage ERP/MRP-driven purchasing, Bills of Material (BOMs), material planning, inventory levels, and reorder points.
  • Oversee supplier selection, negotiations, pricing, contracts, delivery performance, and strategic supplier relationships.
  • Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counting, physical inventories, variance analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Direct receiving, inspection, storage, material handling, and kitting operations to support manufacturing schedules.
  • Manage DMSMS (Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages), obsolescence planning, and long-lead procurement.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, FAR, DFARS, Government Property, ITAR/EAR, and hazardous material regulations.
  • Monitor supply chain performance metrics including inventory turns, on-time delivery, fill rates, purchase price variance (PPV), and inventory record accuracy.
  • Lead Government Furnished Property (GFP/GFE) accountability and material traceability requirements.
  • Supervise and develop supply chain, warehouse, purchasing, and inventory personnel.
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities that increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve production support.
Desired Qualifications
  • APICS CPIM, CSCP, or ISM CPSM certification
  • Experience with DMSMS and lifecycle material planning
  • Knowledge of OSHA and ISO 9001 quality systems
  • Knowledge of FAR, DFARS, Government Property regulations, and counterfeit parts prevention
  • Government contracting or defense manufacturing experience
  • Experience supporting maritime or vessel manufacturing programs
  • Bachelor's degree in related field is not required (handled in requirements)
Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

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Copper River Family of Companies is a portfolio of industry-leading operating companies owned by the Native Village of Eyak. The group participates in the SBA 8(a) program (active since 2006, including current and graduated members) and offers customized solutions and services to clients. The companies deliver their offerings through multiple specialized subsidiaries, combining federal contracting experience with tailored services across diverse industries. The approach centers on leveraging 8(a) status and the collective strengths of the portfolio to meet client needs with personalized, scalable solutions. The goal is to provide clients with practical, customized services while helping participants grow and sustain their businesses within a community-focused organization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beavercreek, Ohio

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • TPG brought $36.9 million trailing-12-month prime revenue and strong State Department exposure.
  • GSA eLibrary shows Copper River Cyber Solutions contract 47QTCA26D0079 runs through 2046.
  • Copper Lights targets Department of War and Space Force missions with mentor-protégé backing.

What critics are saying

  • Integration of TPG and Copper Lights distracts teams during 2026 proposal cycles.
  • Copper River still depends on federal contract vehicles, especially STARS III ending July 2026.
  • A missed recompete or JV underperformance would squeeze growth and valuation fast.

What makes Copper River Family of Companies unique

  • Owned by Native Village of Eyak, giving tribally owned federal contracting access.
  • January 22, 2026 acquisition of The Prospective Group deepened cybersecurity, analytics, modernization.
  • July 23, 2026 Copper Lights JV added By Light scale for defense pursuits.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays