About this role
Job SummaryThe Executive Director, Business Operations for DLA Weapons Support is the principal advisor to leadership and serves as the enterprise integrator. This role provides strategic direction across the business operations portfolio, overseeing daily supply chain operations, supply planning, technical data, and customer operations. The incumbent orchestrates programs and resources to optimize performance, drive organizational transformation, and ensure the resilience of the global CLIX supply chain.
QualificationsCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. Please see "Required Documents" section below for all resume formatting requirements. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Do NOT submit a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level experience in managing and integrating large-scale, global supply chain and logistics operations in support of a broad and diverse portfolio of complex military platforms, requiring indepth understanding military Service sustainment and acquisition logistics. TQ 2: Expertise in leading a complex business enterprise that balances customer demand management, industry and supplier management, and synchronization through an enterprise-wide analytics-based Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) integrated business planning process. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. See "Required Documents" section for additional information.
Major DutiesStrategic Leadership and Enterprise Integration: Serves as the organization's lead execution agent on business operations, is responsible for supporting the development of and executing tactical weapons support workload in accordance with the strategic sourcing plan to meet current and future Class IX requirements, while also maintaining disciplined and auditable process controls. Coordinates with the Executive Director, Acquisition to create a single, cohesive, and efficient business ecosystem. Executive Oversight of Business Operations: Directs the holistic assessment and management of the end-to-end supply chain. Provides executive oversight for operational performance, fiscal compliance, business processes, engineering support and customer operations, including forward presence at Service industrial sites, including shipyards, Air Logistics Centers, and Fleet Readiness Centers. Establishes the analytical framework to measure the health of the supply chain, identifies and assesses systemic risks, and directs the implementation of transformative policies and process improvements. Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Governance: Serves as lead coordinator with support from the Executive Director, Acquisition, for the top-level governance process of the Major Subordinate Command S&OP process. Coordinates priorities across the Weapons Support portfolio and makes recommendations to the Commander, via the Deputy Commander, to strategically balance operational demands against fiscal, material, and personnel constraints, ensuring the organization meets its mission objectives while optimizing resources. Organizational Transformation and Modernization: Serves as the principal architect for business process transformation and modernization. Champions the implementation of new strategies, systems, and business models to drive innovation, enhance operational effectiveness, and ensure the organization's long-term adaptability and global competitiveness. Directs the harmonization of all critical business processes internal and external to the Major Subordinate Command. Senior Advisory and Representation: Serves as the principal senior advisor to the Commander, DLA Weapons Support, for business operations responsible for providing consultation and recommendations on business operations with worldwide impact. Represents DLA Weapons Support and DLA in executive forums, engaging with high-ranking officials from the Department of War (DoW), military Services, industry leaders, other Agency Executives and other national and international stakeholders to justify, defend, and negotiate matters involving significant or controversial issues. Executive Supervision and Leader Development: The incumbent exercises full executive leadership and supervision over all Business Operations civilians and military personnel who each manage multifunctional teams. Establishes strategic goals and performance expectations while holding accountable all subordinate leaders. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. Manages personnel actions and is responsible for developing the organization's senior leadership pipeline.