As a Subcontracts Program Manager 2, located in Chandler, Arizona, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining possible from day one. FT remote work is not available.
Job Description:
Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a Program or collection of Programs.
Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP).
Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
Briefs the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance.
Position Responsibilities:
Focal point for managing Program Supply Chain throughout the Program life cycle from pursuit to contract close out. Responsible for;
Manages a team of direct reports, specifically Supplier Management Team (SMT) Leads, including performance management, coaching, and development.
Serves as an SMT Lead when needed to directly drive supplier management activities and ensure execution of program commitments.
Supply Chain Management strategy, demand planning, BOM maintenance, coordination w/ logistics and procurement stakeholders, developing a Material Program Plan (MPP), and risk management.
Manage the performance of the integrated supply chain cost, quality, & delivery.
Material risk management, including identification, and mitigation planning and execution.
Material budget development, sales forecasting and cost (EAC) management; EVMS if applicable.
Cross functional coordination as it pertains to supplier management, specifically with Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE), Procurement, and the IPT.
Briefs Program and Executive management and Customer on the status and issues affecting Supplier performance and cost.
Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor's degree AND 8+ years of related experience that includes a background in Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management, OR a Master’s degree AND 6+ years of related experience that includes a background in Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management.
Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship a prerequisite)
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to attain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Knowledge of FAR and agency supplements
Prior experience leading a team/process/project
Experience with supplier management
Direct experience interfacing with leadership
SAP experience
Experience with Program Management and Earned Value Management.
Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) that is in-scope (granted or renewed in the last 6 years).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 8 or more years of related experience, including Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management
- Master's degree and 6 or more years of related experience, including Supply Chain Management and/or Program/Project Management
- Ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Top Secret/SCI security clearance eligibility
- Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency supplements
- Experience leading a team, process, or project
- Experience with supplier management
- Experience interfacing directly with leadership
- SAP experience
- Program Management and Earned Value Management experience
- Active in-scope DoD Secret clearance or higher, granted or renewed within the last six years
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