Sr Supply Chain Program Manager

Responsibilities May supervise SCPCs and SCPMs; provide oversight on job responsibilities. Set clear performance expectations; conduct regular feedback sessions. Conduct performance reviews; participate in hiring processes. Develop staffing plans; ensure effective workforce planning. Facilitate necessary training programs for team members. Ensure CAM certification compliance among assigned personnel when applicable. Address interpersonal conflicts promptly; creates a collaborative and harmonious work environment. Participate in and occasionally lead programmatic and technical meetings with subcontractors and suppliers. Attend Program Reviews with subcontractors to provide updates, communicate needs and status, and request program-driven changes through Supply Management. Strategic Planning & Execution Assist and Develop the Program-level Supply Chain Management Plan, outlining supply chain strategies, reporting, and communication plan. Offer decisive leadership to SCPMs in crafting a cohesive strategy for effective teaming within our supply chain network, ensuring a robust framework for seamless integration. Provide leadership to SCPMs in developing comprehensive negotiation strategies, crucial for formalizing strategic agreements with key suppliers. Offer strong guidance to SCPMs in developing tailored sourcing strategies that meet each category's unique requirements, while actively engaging cross-functional teams in collaborative planning sessions. Evaluate the performance and capabilities of current suppliers and the supply chain, forecast future needs, and develop negotiation strategies that promote sustained collaboration. Lead meetings with subcontractors/suppliers when required. Guide development of Supplier/Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW) & other requirement documents. May be responsible to lead make / buy assessments from supply chain perspective. May be assigned as the subcontract Program Manager for a large or complex subcontract, executing the role of Program Manager. If assigned to a platform, product line, Business Unit (BU) or product support team, collaborate and communicate potential long-term investment strategies to reduce lead-time and cost. Identify and coordinate the need for alternate or additional sources to enhance competition and leverage. Act as the supply chain architect and liaison for the proposal or program, ensuring a competitive, capable, and compliant supply base. Lead business requirements, technical evaluations, risk assessments, and Basis of Estimate (BOE) strategies in support of proposals and new pursuits. Provide supply chain strategy and status to internal and external customers. Support SNC's Design for Excellence (Dfx) initiatives by leading the Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) efforts, including implementing Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies for development programs. Support department goals, objectives and supply chain KPIs, such as on-time delivery, negotiations, and purchase requisition processing time. Supply Chain Communication And Coordination Coordinate between supply chain functions ensuring timely execution against schedules/milestones. Identify alternate/additional sources improving competition/leverage. Articulate communication regarding status/risk/opportunity management. Act as the liaison between the Supply Chain management team and the program to ensure alignment of prime requirements [i.e., Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to Supplier Data Requirement Lists (SDRLs)] and timely resolution of problems. Initiate the Purchase Requisition (PR) to Purchase Order (PO) process by developing the Material and Service Request (MSR). Create and update Supply Chain Program Review Charts, dashboards, highlighting the current cost, technical, and schedule performance of each program. Coordinate between supply chain teams (procurement, subcontract management, and the program) to ensure timely schedules and milestone delivery. Communicate supply chain status, identify/manage risk and opportunity. Champion and present status of recovery plans to all stakeholders at the program level or to senior supply chain leadership. Program Management And Control Account Manage the cost, technical, and schedule aspects of supply chain for a given proposal or program as the Program Management representative. Track progress against the Supply Chain schedule, identifying and addressing any deviations. Lead the development of SSOW, SDRLs, and other requirements flow downs. Identify potential risks within program specific supply chain (subcontractors and procured parts) and present mitigation plans to address risk. May be delegated CAM responsibilities by the Program Manager, requiring SCPM to obtain SNC’s CAM Certification. Use Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess project performance. Monitor actual costs against budgeted costs and report variances. Calculate, track and report out on key EVM metrics, such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI), to all stakeholders. Prepare regular status reports on cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Maintain comprehensive documentation related to all aspects of the control account. Analyze causes behind significant variances from planned values in terms both time/costs recommending corrective actions where necessary. Additional SCPM Proposal/Pursuit Responsibilities As a SCPM supporting pursuits and proposal activities, you will ensure SNC is well-positioned with an achievable solution and a competitive, compliant, and capable supply base to win new business. Specific tasks may include: Collaborate with supply chain team to identify potential supply sources to mitigate risks, identify opportunities and meet program objectives. Develop source selection strategies, criteria, and planning, including participation in Make/Buy assessments at the program level. Create and document labor and non-labor Basis of Estimates (BOE). Develop program/technical requirements documents. Support technical evaluation of proposals for content and quality. Lead or support the development of source selection plans, mitigating risks by qualifying multiple sources, and practice split awards when possible. Present business cases to Program Management and Supply Chain Leadership. Provide subcontractor and critical procurement-related input into customer proposals. Ensure subcontractors' milestone payment plans align with program expectations, budget, and schedules. Develop a preliminary Supply Chain Management Plan that includes resources for successful new program start-up. Qualifications You Must Have Bachelor's degree with an emphasis Technical/Engineering concentration. 11+ years of experience in operations or a related area. Relevant technical experience can be considered as a substitute for the required technical educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 15 years of related experience is required. Higher level relevant technical degree may substitute for required technical experience. Extensive knowledge of procurement processes and expert contract management principles. Comprehensive experience across various phases of the product lifecycle, including prototyping, development, qualification, certification, LRIP, FRP, and sustainment. Extensive experience in Program and Subcontract Management, with deep understanding of associated techniques and procurement regulatory requirements. Proficient in cost and schedule analysis. Expert in Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) initiatives, with specialized proficiency in Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies for development programs. Extensive experience working with the DoD and A&D sectors, including defense, aircraft, and aerospace. Experience with electronics, software, and other high-tech sectors. Expert in Risk and Opportunity Management, EVMS, Material Sales Forecasting, ERP/MRP systems, and Gate Reviews. Skilled in both oral and written communication, with the ability to effectively present to groups. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Must be able to perform data analytics for trend analysis. Ability to travel 25% to 50% of time on average, with extensive travel from time to time. The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required Qualifications We Prefer Master’s degree in a relevant field. Professional certification such as CPSM or PMP, or applicable DAU certifications. Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale procurement operations. Strong understanding of FAR as it applies to Supplier Management. Ability to influence all levels of the organization. Knowledge of program management and subcontract management techniques including procurement regulatory requirements; thorough knowledge of cost & schedule analysis. Understanding of FAA Regulations, AS9100, Cyber Security, and other industries requirements. Ability influences organizational levels. Certification by ISM. Experience working in Ivalua (Source-to-Pay), CostPoint or other MRP/ERP systems. Essential Functions Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Proficiency in using a computer for extended periods. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally. Regular travel may be required for supplier visits, audits, and senior management meetings. This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. Estimated Starting Salary Range: $165,010.21 - $226,889.04. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates\' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Important Notice This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The DoD CAF handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors include allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr