Senior Supply Chain Program Manager - Blue National Security

BLUE ORIGIN•Denver, CO

1d•$124,476 - $174,265

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As part of a hardworking team of professionals, specialists, and engineers, you will lead efforts to manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support the external development of various spaceflight systems. You will interact with our customers, the Programs, to address concerns and ensure development efforts and deliveries are on track.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related industry experience
Experience as a people manager; encouraging and in support of performance management activities, goal setting, career counseling, compensation planning, and employee training and /or talent development while managing employees and employee relations issues within varying levels of the Organization
Knowledge and experience in procurement and planning, MRP/ERP planning and transactions, BOM structures, and material estimating and Basis of Estimate creation
Track record of managing complex technology projects, including supplier NPI process
Supplier assessment of Technical Readiness and Manufacturing Readiness levels
Superior communication skills (written and verbal), leadership abilities, negotiation skills and the ability to team in a cross functional environment are required to perform in this position
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections and persuade others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view
Demonstrated ability to understand and discuss technical concepts, manage trade-offs and evaluate new ideas with internal and external partners
Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines with engineering, design, and project management counterparts to deliver online products/services
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, including modeling with AI
Managing and creating supplier scorecards, and leveraging for fact-based decision making
Experience with and knowledge of defense acquisition.
Demonstrated negotiation skills developed from contracts, proposal management, supplier management, capture management or similar negotiating activities
Experience effectively negotiating Terms and Conditions (T&C’s).
Proven problem-solving skills. Able to solve unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Nice To Haves

Aerospace industry experience
Technical degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Current SECRET, TOP SECRET or TS/SCI Clearance
Occasional travel required
Experience in engaging with and influencing leadership teams
Strong analytical skills, data driven with experience in establishing and tracking program metrics
Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scale
Experience in Lean / Six Sigma, and demonstrate proficiency at creating models / tools, re-engineering business processes, and performing complex data analysis to improve profitability, cost structure by product group, and production volume attainment

Responsibilities

Manage and direct suppliers and teammates to support the external development of various spaceflight systems.
Interact with customers (Programs) to address concerns and ensure development efforts and deliveries are on track.
Manage teams of Procurement Professionals to create Statements of Work, develop negotiation approaches for contracts, and manage ongoing contracts for complex hardware.
Support policies, procedures, templates, and tools to drive consistency, accuracy, and compliance across Blue Origin Business Units.
Manage and execute the material program strategy and the material program plan to ensure program competitiveness and performance from the front end of the business through fulfillment.
Financial management (i.e., EVMS, budgets, targets, working capital, material sales, etc.).
Supplier management (i.e., Line of Balance (LOB)/Material Status, Supplier Risk/Opportunity management, supplier performance, supply chain metrics, make buy/make where strategies, tactical/strategic sourcing, etc.).
Requirements management (i.e. FAR/DFARS, ITAR, OPSEC, security classification guides, public law, quality, warranty, etc.).
Ensure the placement and receipt of all material requirements to meet strategies and plans in support of program requirements, including complete material management and ownership (schedule, cost, and Material EAC).
Negotiate contracts and ensure supply chain competitiveness and performance throughout the lifecycle of the Program.
Overall ownership of the supplier management process and communication of customer flow-through requirements to ensure that supplier performance exceeds mission objectives.
Manage supplier program milestones congruent to program schedules.
Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.
Develop and execute project plans within budget and schedule constraints.
Simultaneously manage multiple programs and priorities.
Establish and track program metrics.