Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management

L3Harris Technologies • Camden, AR

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About The Position

The Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management serves as the primary liaison for business unit programs and new business development initiatives. The role influences cross-functional Supply Chain and Materials Management teams to develop comprehensive strategies, plans, and processes that integrate with overall Program Management plans. As the principal customer interface for supply chain program activities, the position represents procurement on Integrated Program Teams (IPTs) and drives cross-functional resolution of material-related issues, status updates, and challenges.

The role assembles and leads material requirements, budgets, and deliverables for assigned programs; develops and delivers cost forecasts and Estimate at Completion projections; and leads cross-functional material teams in meeting subcontract cost, schedule, and technical objectives. It also develops supply chain strategies for development and production proposals, supports supplier negotiations and performance improvement, and serves as the primary Supply Chain representative and customer-facing contact for supply chain material program matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant supply chain experience; or a graduate degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related supply chain experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related supply chain experience.
• Ability to travel up to 10% to other facilities and supplier locations nationwide.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly, and ATP processes.
• Ability to use technical knowledge and experience to evaluate plans, processes, and supporting-team results.
• Working knowledge of project management methods within the defense acquisition environment, including program planning, integrated master scheduling, budgeting, and earned value management.
• Ability to implement product design and development stage-gate processes, including design, build, and test reviews.
• Experience leading, encouraging, reviewing, and critiquing supporting team members’ work to maximize program success.
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously and make real-time plan adjustments in response to problems and unexpected interim results.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and lead material requirements, material budgets, and supply chain deliverables for assigned programs.
• Develop and deliver monthly material cost forecasts and quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) projections for program leadership and customers.
• Lead and direct integrated cross-functional material teams, collaborating with suppliers, supply chain leadership, program management, functional leaders, and customers to meet subcontract cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Manage time and resources across multiple programs, prioritizing critical path activities and competing demands.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies for development and production proposals submitted to Government and Prime Contractor programs.
• Drive affordability initiatives and supplier performance improvement programs, including quality enhancement efforts.
• Escalate and resolve material-related issues, risks, and roadblocks with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and customers.
• Support negotiation of subcontracts with critical, often single-source or sole-source suppliers based on specialized technology requirements.
• Partner in developing supplier baseline program plans, including budget and schedule baselines aligned with overall program objectives.
• Assist and provide input in contract negotiations with strategic suppliers.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to peers, customers, suppliers, and senior management.
• Serve as the primary Supply Chain representative and customer-facing point of contact for supply chain material program matters.

What This Job Offers

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