L3HHCM20-posted 11 days ago
$98,500 - $182,500/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Yorba Linda, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Program Manager to oversee and optimize the end-to-end flow of material across defense manufacturing lines. This role bridges strategic and tactical domains—coordinating with buyers, major subcontractors, production control, and procurement teams. This individual will prioritize high-impact tasks—such as order fulfillment, purchase request (PR) coordination, purchase order (PO) placement, material tracking, and sales planning—while maximizing cash profit and leading negotiations.

  • Supply Chain Coordination & Prioritization
  • Lead collaboration across functions—order control, production control, PR/PO workflows—with buyers and subcontractors to ensure seamless material flow and execution.
  • Material Tracking & Planning
  • Actively monitor material status from procurement through delivery, ensuring visibility, alignment with production plans, and facilitating timely decisions.
  • Sales Forecasting & Profit Optimization
  • Engage in sales and strategic planning to align material availability with demand while optimizing cash profit and working capital.
  • Negotiations & Procurement Influence
  • Lead or support supplier and subcontractor negotiations to secure favorable terms and pricing, ensuring procurement strategies serve both strategic and tactical objectives.
  • Cross-Functional Influence & Leadership
  • Drive consensus among disparate teams in complex scenarios; act as a trusted influencer capable of resolving conflicts and guiding outcomes across organizational boundaries.
  • Business Unit Partnership
  • Work directly with the General Manager to develop sourcing strategies, identify supply risks, and elevate tactical procurement processes
  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. Experience in production control, supply chain, or materials management in the defense or aerospace sectors.
  • Familiarity with DFARS, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and military contracting requirements.
  • Experience with Integrated Master Plans (IMP/IMS), or military program management tools.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data tracking, reporting, and executive presentations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills—able to distill complex information into clear, impactful messaging.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence across functional boundaries, especially under time or resource constraints.
  • Production & Supply Chain Background (Desirable)
  • EVMS experience
  • Hands-on experience in production control, MRP/ERP systems, or subcontract management is advantageous
  • Lead development and execution of supply chain strategies across the full Program lifecycle
  • Material/Subk CAM: accountable for program material/subcontract budgets and to drive actions to improve financial performance; lead material BOE development (proposals) and finalize material/Subk budget for program baseline
  • Assist Program Finance in rolling up quarterly material/Subk financial status against the AOP, EAC and ETC
  • Analyze key performance indicators using Program Supply Chain dashboard; develop and coordinate RTG execution
  • Proposals: Responsible for coordinating all supply chain elements incl material/Subk BOE development
  • Develop and Manage Supply Chain Risks & Opportunities as a part of program R&O
  • Coordinate program supplier strategy development and alignment with Category Management to develop/maintain strategic supplier relationships
  • Coordinate release of program demand through material planning
  • Coordinate Subcontracts involvement with requirements development
  • Prioritize and expedite material from PR creation through delivery to shopfloor
  • Ensure timely completion of all material and subcontract program milestones
  • health and disability insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • flexible spending accounts
  • EAP
  • education assistance
  • parental leave
  • paid time off
  • company-paid holidays
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