Principal Supply Chain Program Manager

Amarx Search, Inc. - amarx.com

Direct Hire - Full Time position in Wilmington MA or Fort Wayne IN, MA or IN
Position ID: 2747

An excellent position with a large defense technology company delivering innovative mission solutions

* Principal Supply Chain Program Manager *

Please apply ONLY if you have an active TS/SCI security clearance

United States Citizenship is required due to government contract requirements

We can ONLY consider your application if you have:
1: 12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree (10 years w Master's , 16 years w no degree)
2: Active TS/SCI clearance, no exceptions.
3: Ability to work a 9/80 work schedule
4: Live within drivable distance to either Wilmington, MA or Fort Wayne, IN
5: Ability to travel to supplier facilities, up to 50%, primarily to domestic locations.

We are looking for an outstanding Supply Chain Program Manager to work with the customer and lead the internal and supplier teams in capturing and executing space programs and/or studies with emphasis on technology development and mission solutions and to execute a fixed price development programs into the next era of space systems satellite programs.

DESIRED (not required) SKILLS:
:: Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee or award fee)
:: Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
:: Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
:: Strong verbal and written communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities
== Responsible for leading supply chain program management in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to drive execution, alignment with commodity strategies, supply base optimization, and lowest total acquisition cost on a key Missile Defense Program.
== Able to use hands-on, cross-functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements. Must have the passion, business acumen and experience to drive best-in-class supply chain processes and efficiencies
== Work with the assigned functional and program leaders to track and coordinate all program deliverables, highlighting key program risks and putting plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports/updates on program status, including identification and mitigation of long-term supply chain risks
== Manage the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability. Will ensure supplier ability to supply parts with on-going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization
== Provide technical support for DFx (design for all desirable manufacturability, assembly, test attributes) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact
== Active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes
== Manage supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements
== Interacts with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of deliverables as well as participate in managing supplier relationships and performance
== Interface and influence a diverse team comprised of the company's engineering and supply chain, and supplier teammates
== Interface with program managers of various stakeholder programs
== Develop, drive, and track supply chain management metrics customized to space programs
== Responsible for high-level relationship management, evolve as recognized thought leader/trusted partner
== Fully understand customer mission gaps, constraints, and objectives
== Effectively communicate the company's value proposition from a technical and programmatic perspective
== Drive long-term business strategy
== Demonstrate high ethical standards and regard for the company's Code of Conduct
== Ability to travel to supplier facilities (anticipated average of 40%-50%, primarily domestic locations)
== Active DoW Top Secret Clearance

Please send resume to - Amarx Search, Inc. - amarx.com