Brian Powers

I’m a strategic and execution‑driven supply chain leader with more than two decades of experience guiding large, complex procurement and subcontract organizations across the aerospace and defense industry. My career has centered on building high‑performing teams, strengthening supplier performance, and driving disciplined, compliant, and cost‑effective supply chain operations that directly support mission success. I’ve led organizations of 160+ professionals and managed annual spend exceeding $800M, shaping enterprise‑wide procurement strategies that align with engineering, operations, and financial objectives. Whether developing long‑range supply chain roadmaps, improving S&OP integration, or navigating FAR/DFARS, AS9100, and CPSR requirements, I focus on creating systems and teams that deliver predictable results in fast‑paced, highly regulated environments. My leadership style is grounded in transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. I’m passionate about developing talent, elevating organizational capability, and building supplier partnerships that reduce risk and improve cost, schedule, and quality outcomes. I’ve driven multimillion‑dollar cost‑savings initiatives, led major subcontract negotiations, and represented programs at executive‑level reviews for some of the industry’s most complex platforms, including the F‑35. I thrive at the intersection of strategy and execution — where long‑term vision meets day‑to‑day operational excellence. As the industry continues to evolve, I’m committed to advancing supply chain resilience, digital transformation, and workforce development to ensure organizations remain competitive and mission‑ready.