Lead Material Program Manager

RTX•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking a Lead Material Program Manager (MPM) to support the SM-3 IIA program within the Naval Power business unit. This lead position will have 1-3 direct reports and will require the individual to work onsite at Raytheon’s Tucson, AZ location. For more information about the location, visit https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location. Relocation assistance is not provided. The Lead MPM will be accountable for ensuring overall program execution of materials management, including cost, schedule, and quality, as well as the management of supplier performance. This role will report directly to the Program MPM Leads, with accountability to the Program Management Office. Additionally, the Lead MPM will play a key role in guiding and managing new and upcoming contracts, ensuring successful execution from inception through delivery. This elevated MPM role requires practical knowledge and experience in navigating the execution of processes, projects, and tactics, while understanding the broader impact of the work as it relates to the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and other stakeholder areas within the organization. The successful candidate will possess financial, contracting, proposal development, and negotiating experience. Additionally, they will have project management responsibilities, including but not limited to, risk and opportunity management, briefing in customer forums, and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years experience.
SAP experience
Experience working with subcontracts at the proposal phase and prime negotiation experience.
Experience with FAR/DFAR compliance
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Materials Program Manager.
Skilled at negotiating terms and conditions with supply base and customer.
Minimum 5 years experience in the fields of supply chain and or related field.
Ability to build and maintain relationships amongst supply base and customer to ensure smooth and pro-active communication throughout the supply chain.
Experience supporting developmental engineering programs.
Project management experience.

Responsibilities

Manage execution of processes, standards, and operational plans in support of Procurement strategy, including RFPs, Risk and Opportunities, EAC, IMS management, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution.
May be tasked to act as the Control Account Manager (CAM).
Identify and secure Supply Chain resources to support the capture plan and manage the Supply Chain content of the proposal pipeline.
Review and assess request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
Implement key performance indicators internally and with our supply base to ensure timely delivery to customers and adherence to the plan.
Work closely with Operations, Planning and Finance functions to optimize planning and supply chain cycle to meet development requirements.
Support and engage with various Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to resolve supply chain issues and serve as supply chain SME for other functional areas.
Lead projects to enhance Supply Chain performance, continuous improvement and efficiencies.
Assess and mitigate risk associated with Supplier agreements (delivery, quality, incentives, etc.).
Negotiate complex agreements and manage throughout contract lifecycle.
Set objectives and guide others on the execution and approach to achieve developmental results.
Explain policies, practices, and procedures and may influence others.
Effectively manage and evaluate difficult scenarios that involve consideration of many variables.
Lead multiple complex projects simultaneously.