Executive Director, Contracting & Acquisition Management, Weapons Support

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Defense Logistics Agency

Defense Logistics Agency

Executive Director, Contracting & Acquisition Management, Weapons Support

Columbus, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Telework Eligible

    Yes

    Major Duties

    • The Executive Director is responsible for the full spectrum of acquisition planning, life cycle contract management, strategic sourcing, and supplier operations supporting global customer requirements across aviation, land, and maritime supply classes. Key responsibilities include: Formulates and advises on long-term logistics and acquisition priorities, aligning Weapon Support acquisition objectives with DLA and Department of War (DoW) strategic guidance. Controls acquisition operations across the integrated supply chains, ensuring execution integrity, standardization of contracting practices, and unity of effort across all subordinate contracting activities. Serves as the senior acquisition executive for Weapon Support and is responsible to the Component Acquisition Executive for acquisition system oversight, compliance, and accountability. Directs strategic planning, programming, budgeting, marketing, and performance execution of long-range acquisition capabilities to meet evolving mission requirements. Designs and oversees major acquisition programs, operating plans, and policy frameworks to ensure integrated materiel management and responsive procurement support to operational customers. Tracks and manages the Weapon Support acquisition workforce, ensuring readiness, credentialing, continuous improvement, and workforce shaping in support of mission requirements. Conducts assessment of organizational structure, staffing, workload alignment, and resource requirements. Recommends and directs actions to improve effectiveness and cost efficiency. Coordinates and monitors major, mission-critical acquisitions requiring extensive planning and cross-functional integration, including collaboration with DLA HQ, other MSCs, DoW components, and Military Services. Leads development and execution of emergency acquisition support actions in accordance with DLA contingency, war, and surge requirements. Directs implementation of new statutory or regulatory initiatives affecting contracting and supply chain operations; leads internal policy updates and stakeholder integration. Ensures sound financial stewardship, internal controls, and safeguarding of government resources, funds, and materiel across the Weapon Support enterprise.

    Qualification Summary

    Candidates 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. Comprehensive knowledge of Federal acquisition law, DoW contracting, industrial base dynamics, and complex multi-commodity supply chain procurement. Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and drive organizational change across distributed global operational environments. 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.

  • Compensation
    $186,207-$209,600 per year
  • Industry
    Government Relations
  • Fun Fact
    Working for the Defense Logistics Agency means being part of the largest logistics agency in the Department of Defense. Our 25,000 employees are dedicated to providing essential services to military and federal organizations.
  • About Us

    The Nation's Logistics Combat Support Agency, responsible for delivering agile, adaptive, and resilient logistics support across the continuum of conflict.