Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Act as a liaison for Supply Chain/Material Management concerning business unit programs and initiatives for new business development.

• Represent procurement in Integrated Program Teams and facilitate cross-functional resolution of material-related challenges.

• Formulate supply chain strategies, plans, and processes that align with overall Program Management objectives.

• Serve as the customer interface for activities related to supply chain programs.

• Compile and occasionally lead the material requirements, budgets, and deliverables for assigned programs.

• Create and present monthly forecasts for material costs and quarterly projections for Estimate at Completion.

• Guide cross-functional material teams, collaborating with suppliers, supply chain leadership, program management, functional leaders, and customers.

• Oversee time and resources across multiple programs while prioritizing critical-path activities.

• Formulate and implement supply chain strategies for both development and production proposals.

• Promote affordability initiatives and programs aimed at improving supplier performance.

• Escalate and resolve issues, risks, and roadblocks associated with materials.

• Assist in negotiating subcontracts with key suppliers and support strategic contract negotiations with suppliers.

• Establish baseline program plans for suppliers, including budget and schedule baselines.

• Prepare and deliver presentations to peers, customers, suppliers, and senior management.

• Function as the SC/MM representative and primary contact for customers regarding supply chain material program issues.

• Travel up to 10% to other facilities and supplier locations across the nation.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant supply chain experience, or a Graduate Degree with at least 2 years of related supply chain experience; alternatively, a minimum of 8 years of prior related supply chain experience without a degree.

• Understanding of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly, and ATP processes.

• Capability to assess plans, processes, and results of the supporting team utilizing technical knowledge and experience.

• Familiarity with project management methodologies in the defense acquisition sector, including program planning, integrated master scheduling, budgeting, and earned value management.

• Proficient in implementing product design and development stage-gate processes.

• Experience in leading, mentoring, reviewing, and providing constructive feedback to team members.

• Ability to manage multiple activities concurrently and adapt plans in real time.

• Willingness to travel up to 10% to various facilities and supplier locations nationwide.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Education assistance opportunities.

• Parental leave benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Company-paid holidays.

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.