Material Program Manager

Please Note : To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. conditional resident asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites UAVs launch vehicles and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment which allows us to learn develop and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on interactive and autonomous work CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate collaborative energetic and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

The Material Program Manager (MPM) supports advanced phased array technology product lines. The MPM will support all programs supply chain activities and is the liaison between the Program Manager(s) Engineering team other functional leads and the Supply Chain organization. Typically viewed as a specialist in multiple aspects of the supply chain this role requires a broad knowledge of financial project and material management. The MPM is involved in the development coordination and execution of program material strategies supply chain goals and company objectives.

Working closely with Engineering Quality and Operations to create schedules based on MRP responsibilities span from the front end of the business supply chain activities through contract closure. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills to influence and communicate effectively across multiple areas outside of ones own job function as well as with parties external to the organization.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and executing supply chain strategies and plans
• Risk and Opportunity management briefing in customer forums and the ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Creating managing and executing material program strategy and the material program plan.
• Providing comprehensive Supply Chain support for Gate activities and ensuring compliance for the programs and tailoring when applicable.
• Driving supplier management process including supplier performance SCM metrics international issues Make / Buy Where strategy strategic agreements and communication of customer flow through requirements such as FAR / DFARS ITAR offset quality warranty etc.
• Developing and leading supply chain proposal activities including task descriptions and basis of estimates
• Developing and executing risk / opportunity plans to meet program objectives
• Monitoring and proactively addressing performance and financial metrics including those related to cost schedule quality and EVMS.
• Developing and tracking budgets targets working capital and initiating and maintaining accurate sales forecasts short-range outlooks (SRO) material EACs sales and operating Plans and Annual Operating Plans (AOP).
• Flowing down Supplier Management Best Practices to suppliers which include risk mitigation and subcontract management plans.
• Support supply chain management in the development of standard processes tools reports and methods to drive overall product execution.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education / training and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health dental vision HSA FSA life disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Please note : CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1