Process Coordinator – Lead Yard Services Procurement

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Bath, ME

19h•$83,000 - $105,100

About The Position

The Process Coordinator for Lead Yard Services Procurement supports the execution and continuous improvement of procurement processes related to DDG 51 Class Standard Equipment (CSE) changes. The role ensures schedule adherence, efficient cross-department coordination, timely stakeholder communication, and accurate reporting to internal and external customers. The position champions the company’s safety culture and supports safety training and improvement. It coordinates CSE change activities across departments and with the Navy and suppliers, maintains procurement and change-related documentation, monitors schedule risks, and serves as a point of contact for status and procedural inquiries. The coordinator also supports buyers, develops and reports performance metrics, tracks changes for the Program Office and Navy customer, supports compliant end-to-end Lead Yard Services procurement, and helps identify and implement process improvements. Additional activities include coordinating supplier documentation and meetings, following up on action items, and supporting procurement audits and compliance reviews.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
Experience in procurement, supply chain, or project coordination/management.
Strong understanding of schedule management, workflow tracking, and cross-department coordination.
Ability to interpret technical information and communicate effectively with engineering, planning, and production teams.
Excellent organizational skills, including managing multiple tasks, following structured processes, and maintaining accurate documentation.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including status reporting to leadership and external customers.
Demonstrated ability to identify process gaps, propose solutions, and support continuous improvement.
Proficiency with standard business tools, including Excel, SharePoint, scheduling tools, and ERP/MRP systems.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and escalate challenges appropriately.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Navy programs, shipbuilding environments, or defense contracting.
Familiarity with DDG 51 Class Standard Equipment (CSE) or configuration/change management processes.
Knowledge of FAR/DFARS and general defense procurement compliance requirements.
Experience working directly with external customers or program offices on status updates and deliverables.
Understanding of technical documentation, engineering change instructions, or contract modifications.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Yellow Belt.

Responsibilities

Champion BIW safety culture and enforce safety standards and procedures across operations.
Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.
Lead schedule adherence for DDG 51 Class Standard Equipment (CSE) changes, keeping updates, actions, and dependencies on track.
Coordinate with Engineering, the Program Office, the Navy, and suppliers to progress changes according to schedule.
Maintain process guides, vendor records, change status logs, contract tracking materials, and other accurate, updated documentation.
Monitor and escalate schedule risks, changes, and delays to stakeholder leadership.
Serve as a central point of contact for inquiries about change status, documentation requirements, and procedural guidance.
Assist buyers by facilitating communication, gathering technical or operational details from other departments, and coordinating follow-up actions.
Develop and administer key performance indicators related to CSE change management and prepare status updates and metrics.
Track, manage, and report CSE-related change status to the Program Office and Navy customer clearly and promptly.
Support end-to-end Lead Yard Services procurement in compliance with internal policies, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.
Identify process gaps in response to stakeholder feedback, propose enhancements, and help implement process improvements.
Coordinate supplier documentation requirements and meeting schedules, and follow up on action items.
Coordinate procurement-process audits, reviews, and compliance checks and prepare supporting documentation.