Supply Chain Program Manager

BLUE ORIGIN•Los Angeles, CA

2d•$95,358 - $145,637•Onsite

About The Position

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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 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. Supply Chain Program Managers (SCPM) will manage teams of Procurement Professionals to create Statements of Work, develop negotiation approaches for contracts, and manage ongoing contracts for complex hardware. You will be responsible for supporting the policies, procedures, templates, and tools to drive consistency, accuracy and compliancy across Blue Origin Business Units. This function directly supports the Business Unit Program Office. 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 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.), 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 (schedule, cost and Material EAC). 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 8 years of experience, Master's degree with 6 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related industry experience.
Experience as a people manager, including performance management, goal setting, career counseling, compensation planning, employee training, talent development, employee relations issues.
Knowledge and experience in procurement and planning.
MRP/ERP planning and transactions.
BOM structures.
Material estimating and Basis of Estimate creation.
Track record of managing complex technology projects with aggressive schedules and scarce resources.
Superior communication skills (written and verbal).
Leadership abilities.
Negotiation skills.
Ability to team in a cross-functional environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate complex ideas, anticipate potential objections and persuade others.
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; ability to use hard data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations, and drive actions.
Experience with and knowledge of defense acquisition.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Supply Chain Management and Program Management.
Demonstrated negotiation skills developed from contracts, proposal management, supplier management, capture management or similar negotiating activities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ability to pass a standard background check.
Ability to pass a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if required.
Ability to pass a Commercial Motor Vehicle background check if applicable.
Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent.
Current SECRET, TOP SECRET or TS/SCI Clearance.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Coupa system(s).

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 compliancy across Blue Origin Business Units.
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 suppliers including Line of Balance (LOB)/Material Status, Supplier Risk/Opportunity management, supplier performance, supply chain metrics, 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 (schedule, cost, and Material EAC).
Negotiate contracts and ensure supply chain competitiveness and performance throughout the lifecycle of the Program.
Oversee the supplier management process and communicate customer flow-through requirements to ensure supplier performance exceeds mission objectives.
Create and maintain systems and processes to streamline operations.
Effectively negotiate Terms and Conditions (T&C’s).
Develop and execute project plans within budget and schedule constraints.
Simultaneously manage multiple programs and priorities.
Engage with and influence leadership teams.
Establish and track program metrics.
Define processes that can scale in an ambiguous environment.
Improve profitability, cost structure by product group, and production volume attainment using Lean / Six Sigma principles.
Solve unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business.