In the Air Power Mission Area, the Tactical Strike portfolio has an opportunity for a Material Program Manager (MPM) to lead the material strategies and execute the program material strategy execution. The Material Program Manager (MPM) will leverage leadership and demonstrated project management skills in supporting and executing organizational and Program objectives. In this high visibility role you will interface with all levels of internal management, including supplier management. You will also represent the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies and objectives, and oversee all SCM activities necessary to meet Program Requirements. You will bring persistence to the position for influencing others to execute their responsibilities on time and escalate as required to achieve objectives. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Develop and execute material program plans, subcontract management plans (as applicable)
Develop and execute risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives & proactively manage mitigation plans
Balance strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs
Work closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations to create a common schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
Collaborate with supply chain functions for support as needed
Monitor performance metrics and proactively act to address program and functional issues
Support all gate review and activity, EAC review, program review and risk and opportunity management reviews
Oversight of subcontractor execution performance
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Management, Supply Chain or similar is required
Minimum 6 years of relevant progressive professional experience with a combination of experience in Project, Program, Product, Finance and/or Supplier Management is required
This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Except in rare circumstances, only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Desired Skills:
Active Secret Clearance
Commitment to obtain MPM certification after experience in the role
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience in leading efforts, including budgeting and financial management, issue and conflict resolution.
High degree of financial acumen, understand the mechanics of strong supplier negotiations and be able to influence an acceptance in execution of cost reduction opportunities.
Experience working in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel and Power point)
Sound like the kind of team where you can make a significant contribution? Then you need to apply now. Please join us in our mission! 173921
