Materials Program Manager I - Oklahoma City OK

VetJobs • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, this position is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses and Caregivers of War Wounded. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems (KUAS), a division of Kratos Defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered Unmanned Aerial Systems (Targets and Tactical). At KUAS, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. The Materials Program Manager (MPM) is responsible for managing Purchasing activities for assigned programs, including strategic product and supplier strategies. The MPM manages the relationships between the program office(s) and the procurement organization.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public, suppliers, and customers as necessary.
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
• Ability to effectively communicate professionally, in writing or verbally, with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to organize workload to assure that short timelines are met while having frequent interruptions; and to effectively problem solve from an institutional perspective.
• Ability to analyze data, business and program strategies, and other information to reach accurate conclusions.
• Ability to think analytically and produce accurate analysis, while applying good judgment to conduct assigned responsibilities accurately and effectively.
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain processes and related systems subcontract management, logistics, and asset management.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to convert Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) project schedule activities and tasking into executable discrete supply chain tasks.
• Demonstrated history in cost reduction and bidding techniques to maximize value.
• Proven abilities to negotiate with suppliers.
• Demonstrated knowledge the teaming agreement process.
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing techniques including strategic supplier concepts.
• Strong problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to drive solutions through an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.
• Ability to convert business area and customer requirements into executable strategies.
• Excellent risk management methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Working knowledge of customer flow through requirements such as FAR/DFARS, ITAR, offset, FCPA, quality and clauses.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project).
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering.
• 2-5 years' experience in Supplier Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic understanding of proposal Purchasing activities.
• Basic understanding of developing and managing program budgets.
• Strong computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• May be required to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information (requires US citizenship).

Nice To Haves

• Lean/Six Sigma Certification (Green or Black Belt).
• Subcontracts Management, minimum of 3 years of direct experience.
• Earned Value Management Systems experience.
• Familiarity with CINCOM is desirable.
• Materials Program Manager Certification preferable.
• Market knowledge of, and experience with, Aerospace and Defense industry.

Responsibilities

• Monitors performance metrics and provides reports to Program Managers.
• Develops and maintains assigned performance metrics and provides reports as required.
• Tracks, monitors, and controls inventory for assigned programs.
• Provides input to the program EAC reviews including Purchasing risks and opportunities.
• Works intimately with Program Scheduling and Production Planning to develop and track procurement schedule and milestones.
• Produces weekly status reports and action items for the Procurement Manager and supporting Program Managers, as required.
• Recommends solutions for materials shortages and/or strategies related to program milestones and objectives.
• Supports the MPM II with analyzing quotes from different suppliers and supports the negotiation for best price and delivery schedule to meet program plan.
• Supports proposal reviews, EAC reviews, and program reviews.
• During proposal activities, helps MPM II to develop Purchasing Basis of Estimates (BOE's).
• Additional tasks and other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

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