Material Project Manager – Millennium Space Systems

Boeing•El Segundo, CA

6d•$101,150 - $148,750•Onsite

About The Position

Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is seeking a Material Project Manager (MPM). This role involves supporting material strategies with the Program Management Office and Manufacturing Organization, maintaining cost and schedule lead times to achieve program success, identifying and mitigating program risks and opportunities, and reporting/tracking all program material activities. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California. The internal job title for this position is Business Ops Specialist, and the company is hiring for level 3.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.
A final U.S. clearance Post Start is required
Minimum of 3 years' experience in material management, procurement, manufacturing or supply chain management
Proficiency in using ERP systems
Aerospace or Defense experience
Must be a self-starter, capable of supporting organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management as well as supplier management
Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance.
Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance.
To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of material planning principles and supply chain best practices
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to lead cross functional teams, foster collaboration, and drive results
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data driven decisions
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Experience in design development programs preferred
Experience of programs with EVMS requirements
Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for supporting Control Account Management (CAM) activities associated with material including Baseline schedule & cost planning, providing IMS status, Estimates to Complete (ETC), Estimates At Complete (EAC), variance reporting, and other financial responsibilities
Provide support in identifying material related risks and opportunities and developing mitigation plans
Assist in aggregating all of engineering's material requirements, determining the strategy to procure items while design is matured, and translating it into Material Resource Planning (MRP) requirements
Assisting engineering in design trades to determine make / buy strategies, supplier sourcing, and modifications to material to achieve requirements, cost, and schedule
Perform analysis on material requirements to provide material program summaries that include lines of balance, issue identification, and other metrics relevant to the program scope
Partner with procurement organization to engage with supply base to assess costs, lead times, and strategies to achieve program requirements
Partnering with manufacturing organization to determine how to best ensure all parts are designed for manufacturing to prevent further issues from arising in build process
Execute processes and systems for tracking and reporting material-related metrics, including lead times, lines of balances, and supplier performance
Support continuous improvement initiatives for program and potentially company to enhance material procurement processes, streamline workflows, and optimize supply chain efficiency