Teledyne Technologies-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Huntsville, AL
5,001-10,000 employees
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

The Material Program Manager (MPM) is a technically astute, resourceful, and self-directed individual who will lead material planning and sourcing strategy across complex programs and proposals. This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic environments, rapidly assimilates technical information, and consistently delivers results with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and sound judgment-capable of navigating technical drawings, regulatory frameworks, and supplier challenges with clarity, creativity, and confidence.

  • Own Material BOM Estimating: Partner with purchasing and engineering to build accurate, compliant Bill of Materials (BOMs) for proposals, ensuring alignment with FAR/DFARS requirements.
  • Drive Source Development: Analyze technical drawings and supplier capabilities to identify sourcing gaps and develop new supplier relationships.
  • Support Procurement/Sourcing Strategy Formation: Collaborate with program and manufacturing teams to define procurement strategies that meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
  • Engage Early: Participate in pre-proposal planning to identify critical supply chain risks and formulate sourcing approaches.
  • Solve Problems Independently: Investigate and resolve supplier issues using data, technical insight, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Interpret Technical Data: Review RFPs, SOWs, and build-to-print packages to understand material requirements and support sourcing approaches.
  • Communicate Proactively: Ensure alignment across purchasing, manufacturing, and program teams through clear and consistent communication.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field and 10 years of relevant experience or additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Proven success in supply chain or sourcing roles with a strong technical component.
  • Hands-on experience with technical drawings, RFPs, and government acquisition regulations.
  • Advanced Excel proficiency (Expert certification preferred).
  • Ability to interpret and act on engineering documentation.
  • Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS compliant estimating principles.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
  • High technical curiosity and analytical thinking.
  • Self-starter with a "figure it out" attitude.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
  • US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain a clearance.
  • Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately 10%
  • CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent preferred.
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