Job DescriptionBAE Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager to join the Combat Mission Systems Supply Chain for New Product Introduction.
The ideal candidate will lead government defense program responses for the Supply Chain team. The candidate will engage with various functional areas included but not limited to: Business Development, Contracts, Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Suppliers and Supply Chain.
The candidate will also be responsible for supporting programs as assigned to ensure Supply Chain and suppliers are engaged early in the product development life cycle to identify and mitigate risk to deliver supplier quality material on time and within budget.
This is a fast-paced position within a growing team and we are looking for someone to hit the ground running.
25% Travel will be required for this role in support of supplier site visits. Willingness to support a growing suite of programs and represent the Supply Chain and Program team.
The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of government defense proposals, E2E supply chain processes, and will have a track record of successfully managing complex supply chain programs.
Required Skills and Education- 6+ years of related experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations or in a related business or technical field of study. Work experience considered in lieu of formal education.
- Supply chain/procurement, and project/program management
- Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving and project/program management skills
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
Preferred Skills and Education- Bachelor's and Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations or in a related business or technical field of study
- Experience responding to defense industry government proposals through acquiring and analyzing supplier proposal quotations
- Experience with defense industry
- Experience as a project or program manager in the Defense Industry
- Experience with APQP and PPAP
- Experience with scope management and cost estimating, earned value including estimate to complete/estimate at completion (ETC/EAC) processes
