Senior Associate, Material Management

L3Harris Technologies•Palm Bay, FL

About The Position

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated Material Manager to support its Intel and Cyber operations. This role is part of the Agile Development Group, which develops next-generation technologies using small-company agility and big-company experience. The position plans and establishes operational objectives for the team, maintains workflow and productivity, and works toward weekly, monthly, and annual objectives. It requires practical knowledge of managing projects and processes, strong knowledge of machining and manufacturing, and communication with internal and external parties to interpret policies and procedures and improve processes. The Senior Associate uses MRP systems to manage material requirements, inventory data, and procurement processes, while maintaining data accuracy and system integrity. The position coordinates with procurement, engineering, and program management to support timely material delivery and resolve supply chain issues. It also analyzes inventory and performance data, identifies opportunities for improvement and cost reduction, ensures compliance with regulations and company standards, and leads or participates in material-planning and supply-chain efficiency projects. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance and additional clearances as required. The job is located in Palm Bay, Florida, and follows a 9/80 schedule: employees work nine out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience in the job area; or a graduate degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience in the job area.
Knowledge of MRP systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Practical knowledge of managing projects and processes.
Strong knowledge of machining and manufacturing.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance and additional clearances as required.
Strong communication skills for working with parties inside and outside the department.

Nice To Haves

Experience and knowledge of manufacturing methods, specifically composites, metals, and electronics.
Experience using computer-based project-management tools for resource planning, scheduling, and cost monitoring.
Experience creating and managing operational and capital expense budgets.
Experience in aviation or military systems manufacturing.
Experience creating and presenting performance metrics.
Experience using Microsoft Office products.
Excellent people skills, including collaboration in a multidisciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Experience with Power BI or data analytics.
Experience or certification in Lean practices such as 5S or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Use MRP systems to manage material requirements, inventory data, and procurement processes while ensuring data accuracy and system integrity.
Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and program management teams to support timely material delivery and resolve supply-chain disruptions or delays.
Generate and analyze reports on inventory status, material usage, and supply-chain performance.
Use data-driven insights to identify improvement and cost-reduction opportunities.
Ensure material-management practices comply with industry regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
Lead and participate in projects to improve material planning and supply-chain efficiency.
Identify, analyze, and resolve material shortages, delays, and other supply-chain issues.
Plan and establish operational objectives for the team, maintain workflow and productivity, and ensure weekly, monthly, and annual objectives are achieved.
Communicate with internal and external parties to explain and interpret policies and procedures and improve processes.
Obtain and maintain DoD clearance and additional clearances as required.