Supply Chain Manager III

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

2d•Onsite

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! 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 specialists, technicians, and engineers you will lead efforts to develop and execute the strategic supply chain vision for your responsible subsystem in support of the New Glenn orbital launch vehicle. You will interact with our customers, engineering and operations, to address concerns and ensure development efforts and deliveries are on track. This role will be responsible for the management and execution of the material program strategy and the material program plan to ensure program competitiveness and performance from the front end of the business through fulfillment. Key responsibilities of this function include financial management (i.e., EVMS, budgets, targets, working capital, material sales, etc.); Supplier Risk/Opportunity management, supplier performance, supply chain metrics, make buy/make where strategies, tactical/strategic sourcing, etc.), and requirements management (i.e. FAR/DFARS, ITAR, OPSEC, security classification guides, public law, quality, warranty, etc.). This role will ensure the placement and receipt of all material requirements to meet those strategies and plans in support of program requirements including complete material management and ownership). You will negotiate contracts and ensure supply chain competitiveness and performance throughout the lifecycle of the Program. The position includes responsibility for overall ownership of the supplier management process and communication of customer flow-through requirements to ensure that supplier performance exceeds mission objectives. Key candidate attributes to facilitate success in this role include influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis, and problem solving. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, Master's degree with 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.
Strong knowledge and experience in procurement and planning, MRP/ERP planning and transactions, BOM structures, material estimating, and Basis of Estimate creation.
Demonstrated negotiation skills developed from Terms and Condition, contracts, proposal management, supplier management, capture management or similar negotiating activities.
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 on-time products/services.
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions.
Ability to develop and execute project plans within budget and schedule constraints.
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple programs and priorities.
Experience in engaging with and influencing leadership teams.
Track record of working in an ambiguous environment and ability to define processes that can scale.
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.
Occasional travel required.
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check Required for all positions.
Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation.
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent
Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Coupa purchasing system(s)

Responsibilities

Lead efforts to develop and execute the strategic supply chain vision for your responsible subsystem in support of the New Glenn orbital launch vehicle.
Interact with customers, engineering and operations, to address concerns and ensure development efforts and deliveries are on track.
Manage and execute the material program strategy and the material program plan to ensure program competitiveness and performance.
Oversee financial management including EVMS, budgets, targets, working capital, and material sales.
Manage supplier risk and opportunities, supplier performance, and supply chain metrics.
Develop and implement make buy/make where strategies, and tactical/strategic sourcing.
Manage requirements including FAR/DFARS, ITAR, OPSEC, security classification guides, public law, quality, and warranty.
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.
Negotiate contracts and ensure supply chain competitiveness and performance throughout the lifecycle of the Program.
Own the supplier management process and communicate customer flow-through requirements to ensure supplier performance exceeds mission objectives.