Material Program Manager

RTX•Calgary, AB

18d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Material Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the consistency and efficiency of supply chain practices while supporting program objectives. You will act as the critical liaison between Supply Chain, program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), suppliers, and customers. This role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills to manage all aspects of material flow for assigned programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field (or equivalent in training and experience).
Minimum of 4 years relevant experience, with foundational knowledge of supply chain principles and practices.
Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to management multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Microsoft Project is a plus.
Commitment to obtain Raytheon Level 4 Supply Chain certification and Level 4 MPM certification (or equivalent certification such as CPSM, CPIM or CSPC.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and obtain/maintain a Government of Canada security clearance and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Public Service and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Department of National Defence (DND) requirements and/or experience in supply chain management within the aerospace or defence industry is preferred.
Basic understanding of Military Specifications and their impact on program compliance and performance is desired.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary liaison between Supply Chain and program Integrated Project Teams (IPT), ensuring alignment of material strategies with program objectives.
Develop, execute and manage the Material Program Strategy (MPS) and material program plan (MPP), driving program competitiveness and performance from inception through to contract closure.
Provide comprehensive Supply Chain support for internal gate process activities ensuring compliance with the Integrated Project Development Plan (IPDP) and tailoring as necessary to meeting program requirements.
Lead key activities including reporting, target setting, material forecasts, supplier management (e.g, Supplier Risk and Opportunity Management), evaluating material strategies, ensuring compliance with customer flow-through requirements such as Standard Acquisition Clauses and Conditions, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), offsets, quality, and warranties.
Support internal and external customer program reviews and meetings, providing comprehensive Supply Chain updates.
Identify and secure Supply Chain resources to support the capture plan and manage the Supply Chain content of the proposal pipeline.
Drive operational excellence by achieving material availability, sales, and bookings targets, directly impacting program and departmental success.
Responsible for making minor adjustments in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and standard processes to enhance efficiency.
Address and solve material-related challenges by leveraging prior experiences, standard procedures and analytical approaches.
Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, external customers and suppliers to align on program requirements and achieve goals.
Ensure material flow management across all assigned programs, from identification of supply chain needs to delivery and receipt.
Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of Supply Chain policies, procedures and supporting systems.