Lead, Supply Chain Management

Job Title

Lead, Supply Chain Management

Job Code: 39859

Job Location:

Alpharetta, GA

Job Schedule:

Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

The Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) will use their past experience in Supply Chain and/or Program or Product Management to lead a cross‑functional team to develop a robust Supply Chain Strategy, lead proposal efforts and execute key programs within the Agile Development Group. In collaboration with functional leaders, the SCPM will institute tailored “right‑sized” practices and approaches for successful execution on early engineering design efforts, to complete the product life cycle with a focus on risk and opportunity management to ensure top‑notch execution.

The SCPM will be responsible for program proposal efforts, cost, schedule, and compliance with internal and external regulations with respect to materials and subcontracts. In this highly visible role, the SCPM will collaborate across functions and be part of the Supply Chain team serving as a key interface to Program and Product Offices, Engineering, Quality, Finance and Operations. This individual will also be a Subject Matter Expert in Supply Chain and Programmatic Practice.

• Lead supply chain aspects of key pursuits to support growth initiatives within the division.
• Lead 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 key development and growth programs.
• Use hands‑on, cross‑functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements.
• Track and coordinate all program deliverables with assigned functional and program leaders, highlight key program risks, and put plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports and updates on program status.
• Manage the flow of critical milestones and project requirements, including analysis of supplier capacity and capability. Ensure supplier ability to supply parts with ongoing 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 assessing materials/supply chain impact.
• Actively engage in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance to achieve program and customer requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

• Experience with contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost‑Plus (w/fixed‑fee, incentive fee, or award fee).
• Experience with Basis of Estimate Development.
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager managing budgets and sales forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Lean Six Sigma experience.

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Harris Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.