Principal Subcontracts

Job Title: Principal, Supply Chain Program Management

Job Location: Anaheim, CA; Millersville, MD; Salt Lake City, UT;  Herndon, VA

Schedule: 9/80

The Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Program Management for the Maritime Acoustic & Imaging Systems (A&IS) Supply Chain Team will serve as a senior contributor and leader supporting primarily the Acoustics Systems area. The SCPM position serves as the program quarterback for all supply chain functions and is a critical member of the program integrated product team (IPT). In addition, this role will lead in development of best practices and standards for the SCPM role across the division. Reports to A&IS Supply Chain Director.

• Partner with Supply Chain leadership to develop, establish, and standardize SCPM processes, procedures, and best practices across the A&IS SCPM Team; mentor team members and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Lead development and execution of comprehensive supply chain strategies across the full program lifecycle; coordinate supplier strategy development with Category Management and communicate program changes to executive leadership

• Lead supply chain involvement in proposal development including material/subcontract BOE development, coordination of subcontracts requirements, and granular analysis of risks, opportunities, and issues during bid phase

• Serve as Material/Subcontract CAM accountable for program budgets; develop part-number level budgets, material receipts forecasts, and manage AOP execution with detailed focus on risks and opportunities

• Utilize baseline centric execution and EVMS knowledge to review project status, budgets, and forecasts; analyze KPIs using Supply Chain dashboard and develop RTG execution plans

• Develop demand release plans, conduct Supply Chain Kickoff meetings, coordinate material planning activities, and ensure timely completion of all material and subcontract program milestones

• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with Program Management, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Planning, Procurement, and Subcontracts to ensure seamless integration of supply chain functions

• Partner with technical teams and suppliers to drive commodity strategy alignment, identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities, and coordinate Trade Compliance requirements

Essential Functions:

• Serve as primary SCPM supporting Acoustics Systems programs while maintaining flexibility to support other Maritime A&IS programs as needed
• Accountable to Program Managers, Business Development, Supply Chain Leadership, and Operations
• Monitor and assess project issues at granular detail level; develop mechanisms and resolutions to meet goals
• Responsible for initiating corrective action measures with suppliers when necessary and assessing trends in performance to prevent delays or cost overruns
• Establish and manage major contractual milestones, such as preliminary and critical reviews and other schedule goals throughout the program, including analysis of supplier capacity and capabilities
• Drive detailed analysis of AOP performance, risks, and opportunities; ensure team maintains granular visibility to issues and mitigation plans

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
• Minimum of 10 years of supply chain program management or related experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
• Work onsite in Anaheim, CA; Millersville, MD; Salt Lake City, UT;  or Herndon, VA
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to travel periodically; expected to be no more than 25%

Preferred Skills:

• MBA or advanced degree a plus
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and building strong collaborative relationships
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority across multiple organizational functions
• Solid knowledge of defense supply chain and purchasing processes. Must have experience with FAR/DFARS contractual terms and conditions, and experience with various contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost-Plus (with fixed-fee, incentive fee, or award fee)
• Experience in proposal development and bid & proposal support activities
• Strong financial acumen including experience with EAC/ETC analysis, budget management, and AOP execution
• Experience with EVMS and baseline management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact with and influence all levels of management
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to dive into granular details while maintaining strategic perspective
• Ability to manage change in an organization, including process development and standardization
• Experience leading risk and opportunity management
• Must have advanced computer skills and a solid understanding and knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (including Costpoint and SAP)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $133,000-247,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.