Principal, Supply Chain Management

L3HHCM20•Palm Bay, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

L3Harris Space Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager for the Spectral Solutions business to capture and execute space programs and/or studies with emphasis on technology development and mission solutions. This role involves working with the customer and leading internal and supplier teams in capturing and executing space programs, particularly on a key Missile Defense Program. The position requires a hands-on, cross-functional approach to identify pain points and drive improvements in supply chain processes and efficiencies. The ideal candidate will manage program deliverables, risks, supplier relationships, and performance, while interfacing with various internal and external stakeholders. A key aspect of the role is understanding customer needs and effectively communicating the L3Harris value proposition.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience, OR Graduate degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.
Ability to obtain US Government security clearance.
Active DoW Top Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience in the following contract types: FFP, FPIF, T&M, Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement (w/fixed-fee, incentive fee or award fee)
Experience as Cost Account Manager for Subcontracts managing budgets and sales forecasting
Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Leading supply chain program management in partnership with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to drive execution, alignment with commodity strategies, supply base optimization, and lowest total acquisition cost on a key Missile Defense Program.
Using hands-on, cross-functional approaches to identify pain points and drive improvements, with the passion, business acumen, and experience to drive best-in-class supply chain processes and efficiencies.
Working with assigned functional and program leaders to track and coordinate all program deliverables, highlighting key program risks and putting plans in place to mitigate those risks, providing regular reports/updates on program status, including identification and mitigation of long-term supply chain risks.
Managing the flow of critical milestones and project requirements including analysis of supplier capacity and capability, ensuring supplier ability to supply parts with on-going adjustment of material flow for adequate line fill and inventory optimization.
Providing technical support for DFx (design for all desirable manufacturability, assembly, test attributes) including reviewing engineering changes and assessment of materials/supply chain impact.
Actively engaging in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of product development and supply chain processes.
Managing supplier relationships and supplier performance to achieve program and customer requirements.
Interacting with suppliers to ensure appropriate support and execution of deliverables as well as participating in managing supplier relationships and performance.
Interfacing and influencing a diverse team comprised of L3Harris engineering and supply chain, and supplier teammates.
Interfacing with program managers of various stakeholder programs.
Developing, driving, and tracking supply chain management metrics customized to space programs.
Responsible for high-level relationship management, evolving as a recognized thought leader/trusted partner.
Fully understanding customer mission gaps, constraints, and objectives.
Effectively communicating the L3Harris value proposition from a technical and programmatic perspective.
Driving long-term business strategy.
Demonstrating high ethical standards and regard for the L3Harris Code of Conduct.
Ability to travel to supplier facilities (anticipated average of 40%-50%, primarily domestic locations).