Posted:
9/16/2024, 6:35:47 AM
Location(s):
Alabama, United States ⋅ Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Operations & Logistics
Workplace Type:
On-site
We are excited to announce our opening for a Material Project Manager on the Global Supply Chain team in Huntsville AL! This opportunity will be supporting the Tomahawk mission. The role of the Material Project Manager (MPM) will include, but not limited to, developing material strategies, identifying and mitigating program risks and opportunities as they pertain to material requirements; reporting/tracking all program material activities; achieving program material budget objectives; managing program purchase requirements to lead time schedule; participating in sourcing process improvement projects (both Supply Chain and Program); resolving Supply Chain issues for the program and resolving program material cost problems. The MPM reports to the Material Operations & Strategies Associate Director and is directly aligned to the Program Manager and represents Material Operations & Strategies on customer programs. The MPM is an extension of the corporate shared services for supply chain related support. Additionally, the MPM is responsible for all activities associated with researching and recommending cost effective purchase arrangements. The MPM works closely with the Material Planner organization to ensure the review of purchase requisitions for clarity, compliance, detail, completeness, regulatory compliance and obtain additional information considered necessary; the MPM will also work with the Material Planner Organization to actively manage the procurement process from the order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices. Some travel may be required.
Applicant needs to be energetic, resilient, and creative in supporting corporate reporting requirements throughout program manufacturing execution obligations. Must be able to promote a team atmosphere and help cultivate improved communication lines with agile problem-solving solutions.
Primary Responsibilities (including but are not limited to):
Basic Qualifications
-BA degree and 8+years in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field. MBA or MS and 6+ years of related experience
-3+ years of applicable supply chain experience acquired from working at Leidos, or in government and commercial defense markets (previous experience concentrated and centered around planning, procurement, program execution, manufacturing, and overall supply chain objectives)
-Strong knowledge of Supply Chain and related systems along with material procurement
-Requires strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities to understand and facilitate complex supply chain decision-making
-Strong project management skills
-Proven ability to be a self-starter and quick learner, capable of supporting efforts to achieve goals
-Excellent written and oral communications skills at all levels both internally and externally with customers and suppliers
-Ability to work in a fast-paced situation with continuous innovation and flexibility in an on-site manufacturing environment
-Excellent risk management methodologies
-Must be able to collaborate and effectively influence across multiple functions to achieve supply chain performance requirements
-High level of proficiency in MS Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)
-Working knowledge of customer flow through requirements such as AS9100, FAR, ITAR, OFFSET, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and public law
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one is required
Preferred Qualifications
-Deltek Costpoint experience
-Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs
-Subcontracts/Procurement Experience
-Supplier relationship management experience
-PowerBI experience
-Previous mechanical or electronic manufacturing environment experience a plus
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Website: https://www.leidos.com/
Headquarter Location: Reston, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1969
IPO Status: Public
Industries: Computer ⋅ Government ⋅ Information Services ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ National Security ⋅ Software