Program Manager

Aston Carter • Wichita, KS

2d • $50 - $75 • Onsite

About The Position

The Level 3 Supply Chain Manager acts as an authorized agent of the company, managing supplier-related activities and holding authority to commit company resources through contracts and agreements. The role builds and maintains supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and manages post-award supplier activities. It also supports supply chain planning, inventory management, program changes, and Integrated Product Teams. This is a contract position based onsite in Wichita, Kansas. The pay range is $50.00–$75.00 per hour. A birth certificate is required for verification, and there may be an opportunity for direct hire while on assignment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of supply chain management experience, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access.
• Project management skills.
• Supply chain expertise.
• Knowledge of engineering, assembly, and manufacturing processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with MRP systems.

Nice To Haves

• An active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier-related activities and commit company resources through contracts and agreements.
• Research and evaluate prospective suppliers for new business and set expectations for them.
• Build and maintain good relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and develop requests for quotations and proposals.
• Analyze supplier responses, negotiate and award contracts, and manage post-award supplier activities.
• Interface with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Manage inventory levels, simulation, modeling and forecasting data, and supplier performance.
• Monitor customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning.
• Incorporate planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability.
• Communicate and track program changes flowed down by the Prime or company.
• Provide Integrated Product Team representation and support.
• Engage in change management and track affordability and trade studies.
• Perform estimating tasks and support P&L activities.
• Be decisive in complex problem-solving scenarios.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents, if eligible.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
• Transportation benefits, if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
• Time off or leave, which may include PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level