Program Representative (Supplied Material Expediting Team)

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Program Representative for its Supplied Material Expediting Team. The role supports schedule performance, supplier execution, and cross-functional coordination across Purchasing, Engineering, Planning, Production, and Program teams. The representative helps ensure material availability and supplier performance by identifying issues early, coordinating resolutions, and driving actions that support program objectives.

The position is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of purchased materials by working directly with suppliers and Purchasing to track order status and resolve delays, while partnering with internal stakeholders to eliminate supply-base roadblocks. The role has a direct impact on schedule commitments and production flow. It is currently based at the East Greenwich, Rhode Island, and Kings Highway (Groton, Connecticut) facilities, and will transition to a new facility in Waterford, Connecticut when ready. Frequent monthly travel to suppliers is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of Electric Boat experience.
• Frequent monthly travel to various suppliers is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, and graphs/charts.
• Must possess or be able to secure a Secret or higher Department of Defense clearance.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Creative thinking and ability to multitask.
• Problem-solving ability and capacity to work under pressure to mitigate disruptions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for coordinating with stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and proactive, able to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills.
• Familiarity with supply-chain principles and inventory management.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to function independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Willingness to address issues using independent judgment, ingenuity, creativity, and sound decision-making.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data and provide solutions to schedule material in support of programs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related area such as Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
• At least 3 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, material availability, planning, manufacturing, program office, or production support.
• Familiarity with Electric Boat procurement processes, material movement workflows, and schedule-driven environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working across departments and with external suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, assess risks, and take initiative to resolve issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to shifting program needs.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as MRP/ERP tools, project dashboards, or supplier-tracking systems.
• Comfort with travel to supplier locations.
• Prior exposure to problem-solving or root-cause analysis, such as issue logs or corrective-action processes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Purchasing, Material Availability, the Program Office, and other internal teams to resolve material shortages, delivery risks, and schedule impacts.
• Work directly with suppliers to monitor lead times, address quality or delivery issues, and ensure alignment with Electric Boat requirements.
• Serve as the primary coordination point between suppliers and internal organizations for delivery schedules, material movement, and issue resolution.
• Align supplier deliveries with project requirements by collaborating with Production, Engineering, Planning, and Logistics.
• Communicate risks and constraints to Project Managers and internal stakeholders.
• Follow up routinely with suppliers to confirm manufacturing status, recovery plans, and corrective actions when performance issues arise.
• Identify and resolve delays, non-conforming product, shipment discrepancies, and material availability concerns.
• Conduct regular supplier visits to assess progress, resolve issues, and support schedule recovery.

Benefits

• Expanded visibility across multiple directorates and broader understanding of manufacturing and supply-chain operations.
• Increased interaction with senior program leadership and decision-makers.
• Opportunities to develop supplier-management skills and gain experience in issue resolution, risk mitigation, and schedule recovery.
• Foundation for potential future roles in Purchasing, Materials Management, Program/Project Management, Planning, Engineering support, or Operations leadership.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-impact environments that develop critical thinking, communication, and coordination skills.
• Opportunities to represent Electric Boat at supplier sites and build leadership presence externally.

What This Job Offers

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