Material Program Manager

Material Program Manager (MPM)

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon is seeking a Material Program Manager (MPM) to support a special program within the Air & Space Defense Systems (ASDS) strategic business unit. This role will require the individual to work onsite in Raytheon's Tucson, AZ location.

The Material Program Manager is accountable for ensuring overall program execution of materials management including cost/schedule/quality, and management of supplier performance. This MPM role will report directly to the Program MPM Leads, with accountability to the Program Management Office.

This is an elevated MPM role which requires experience in navigating the execution of processes, projects, and tactics, understanding the impact of the work as it relates to AOP and other stake holder areas within the organization. The successful candidate will have financial, contracting, proposal development and negotiating experience and have project management responsibilities including, but not limited to risk and opportunity management, briefing in customer forums, and work in cross-functional teams.

What You Will Do:

• Manage execution of processes, standards, and operational plans in support of procurement strategy, including RFPs, Risk and Opportunities, EAC, IMS management, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution.
• May be tasked to act as the Control Account Manager (CAM).
• Identify and secure Supply Chain resources to support the capture plan and manage the Supply Chain content of the proposal pipeline.
• Review and assess request for proposals (RFP) and bid packages.
• Implement key performance indicators internally and with our supply base to ensure timely delivery to customers and adherence to the plan.
• Work closely with Operations, Planning and Finance functions to optimize planning and supply chain cycle to meet development requirements.
• Support and engage with various Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) to resolve supply chain issues and serve as supply chain SME for other functional areas.
• Lead projects to enhance Supply Chain performance, continuous improvement and efficiencies.
• Assess and mitigate risk associated with Supplier agreements (delivery, quality, incentives, etc.).
• Negotiate complex agreements and manage throughout contract lifecycle.
• Set objectives and guide others on the execution and approach to achieve developmental results.
• Explain policies, practices, and procedures and may influence others.
• Manage and evaluate difficult scenarios that involve consideration of many variables.
• Lead multiple complex projects simultaneously

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Experience with supply chain, vendor management, risk assessment/mitigation & performance management
• Experience in Subcontract proposal and prime negotiation
• Active and transferable Top Secret U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain higher clearance level or program access prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Special Access Program Applications and Office 365 programs.
• Prior experience as a Material Program Manager.
• Minimum 5 years experience in the fields of supply chain and or related field.
• Experience supporting developmental engineering programs.
• Project management experience.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.