Supply Chain Program Manager; SCPM

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The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

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The Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics business provides leading naval computing infrastructure, network and data distribution and middleware enterprise services, as well as world-class manufacturing and support capabilities.

The Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) is a mission critical position that will report to the Supply Chain Director and directly support US government programs in the DoD market. An ability to perform critical analyses on material and the supply base, optimize business and program objectives, and to communicate and operate effectively across functions within a matrix organization is critical. The SCPM function requires practical knowledge in how to propose, execute, and proactively monitor material and key supplier performance on production and spares requirements.

This position requires a self-starter, capable of developing and achieving organizational and program objectives, and must be able to successfully interface with all levels of internal management, including key supplier leadership.

• The primary point of contact for the Line of Business/Program Manager as the representative for the supply chain and material function. A strong business acumen that enables proactive identification of risks and opportunities.
• Become an integral and valued member of a business team to develop and clearly communicate integrated plans to ensure successful execution and management of materials and critical/key suppliers.
• Identify and incubate strategic relationships with key suppliers.

• Collaborate with Program Management, Business Development, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Key Suppliers, and Supply Chain leadership to develop sound material proposal strategies to optimize PWIN, profitability, and OTD execution.
• Lead and execute material proposals; drive material pricing actions and supply chain direct labor basis of estimate preparation.
• Collaborate effectively with the Material Estimating Audit function, PM Engineering, and Pricing to ensure high integrity cost estimates and compliance to solicitation and FAR requirements.
• Develop a working knowledge of TINA proposal requirements to ensure required cost of price analyses are performed and documented to comply with FAR and system procedure requirements.

• Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Contracts, Finance, Quality, and Procurement to drive program execution and support factory production and development requirements.
• Manage to key metrics and proactively address supplier, program, and customer issues and needs effectively.
• Assess and maintain the integrity of the MRP system environment and program performance within that environment.
• Represent the program(s) during supplier negotiations, engagements, escalations, and interventions/oversights.
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) for material related EVMS requirements, when applicable.
• Material Estimate at Complete (EAC) development and cost performance management.
• Material financial analysis and forecast for bookings, sales, profit, and cash.

• Support functional system audit/compliance reviews as applicable to assigned programs.
• 5% - 40% domestic travel may be required.

• 5+ years in DoD market in a program management, materials management, or supply chain related function.
• Understanding of FAR and DFARS and the application of regulations to DoD proposals and supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in developing, implementing, and assessing key operational and financial metrics. Strong critical thinking and resolution skills in ambiguous situations.
• At least 5 years' experience in a production manufacturing operation utilizing a flagship MRP/ERP system such as Oracle, SAP, Deltek CostPoint, etc.
• Bachelors or Master's in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, and/or equivalent experience and evidence of ability. CPIM or APIC training is a plus.
• Background and a solid understanding of electronics and/or electro-mechanical assembly operations, bills of material, demand material planning, and the supply chain purchasing processes.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams or matrixed work environments.
• Experience in Earned Value Management or demonstrated performance against financial budgets and time-phased receipts.
• Experience interfacing with external suppliers and all levels of internal…