Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
5+ years of experience in Program Management, Material Management, Supply Chain, Planning, or Procurement
Experience managing material requirements for engineered products and regulated industries
Proven success leading cross-functional teams and supplier relationships
Strong understanding of supply chain management in government contracting environments
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems.
Responsibilities
Own material budgets and execute risk identification and mitigation for assigned programs
Provide risk assessments and executive-level reporting on material and supplier performance
Quantify supplier disruption impacts on cost, schedule, and commitments
Lead teams in resolving shortages and expediting actions
Support supply chain readiness discussions during customer reviews and program management meetings
Drive initiatives for supply chain improvement and resilience reduction on high-risk suppliers
Establish early-warning indicators to enhance visibility of potential supply interruptions.
Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Bonus platforms
401k Savings & Investment Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Schedules with options for a 3 & 4-day work week and ½ day Fridays
Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
Pet Insurance.
Full Job Description
Supply Chain Program Manager
Department: Supply Chain Reports To: Director of Supply Chain Location: Tucson, AZ
Position Summary
The Supply Chain Program Manager (SCPM) is responsible for leading all outsourced material-related activities supporting marine or aerospace hydraulic programs. This role serves as the liaison between Program Management, Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Planning, and key suppliers to ensure material availability, cost, supplier schedule adherence, and risk mitigation across the product lifecycle.
The SCPM drives supply chain execution for outsourced complex hydraulic components to support production requirements
Key Responsibilities
Own material budgets, risk identification, mitigation planning, and execution across assigned programs
Provide regular risk assessments and executive-level reporting on material availability, supplier performance, and schedule exposure
Quantify impacts of supplier disruptions on cost, schedule, and customer commitments
Lead cross-functional teams in resolving critical shortages and expediting actions
Support customer reviews and program management discussions regarding supply chain readiness and risk mitigation plans
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain resilience and reduce dependency on high-risk suppliers.
Establish early-warning indicators and escalation processes to improve visibility of potential supply interruptions
Develop and execute comprehensive material strategies that ensure continuity of supply for assigned programs
Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier risks related to capacity, financial stability, geographic concentration, geopolitical events, regulatory changes, and single/sole-source dependencies
Establish and maintain risk registers for critical commodities, suppliers, and long-lead materials
Lead cross-functional risk reviews and escalation processes for supply chain disruptions and material shortages
Develop contingency plans, alternate sourcing strategies, inventory buffers, and supplier recovery actions to minimize program impact
Partner with Strategic Sourcing to qualify secondary suppliers and strengthen supply chain resilience
Lead material readiness reviews to ensure procurement activities support production schedules, customer commitments, and contractual milestones.
Coordinate supply chain recovery plans during supplier disruptions, labor shortages, transportation issues, and raw material constraints.
Support make-versus-buy decisions, strategic inventory positioning, and supplier footprint optimization initiatives.
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to resolve material-related issues and support regulatory audits when required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
MBA or advanced technical degree preferred
Experience
5+ years of experience in Program Management, Material Management, Supply Chain, Planning, or Procurement
Experience managing material requirements for engineered products and regulated industries
Proven success leading cross-functional teams and supplier relationships.
Preferred Experience
Experience with precision machining, hydraulic valves, actuators, pumps, manifolds, and fluid power systems
Subcontracting experience in a government regulated environment; understanding of CPSR requirements
Expertise in Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of supply chain management, material planning, procurement, and inventory control in a government contracting environment
Experience managing sole-source suppliers, long-lead components, and constrained commodities.
Ability to assess supplier financial, operational, and capacity risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
Strong negotiation and supplier management capabilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems with experience using risk management tools to analyze supply chain data
Effective communication and executive presentation skills
Travel Requirement: Up to 25% domestic travel as required to support suppliers, customers, and program needs
Company Benefits Include:
Competitive Compensation
Bonus platforms
Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
401k Savings & Investment Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
HSA/FSA
Life & Disability Insurance
Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
Pet Insurance
Gym & Rideshare Incentives
Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
Flexible Schedules
3 & 4-day work week
½ day Fridays
About RBC Bearings
RBC Bearings is a manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense, and aerospace industries. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut. RBC Bearings operates manufacturing facilities in North America and Europe. The company's products include plain bearings, roller bearings, ball bearings, and spherical plain bearings. RBC Bearings also provides engineering and design services to its customers.
