Logistics Program Manager Jobs in McKinney, TX (NOW HIRING)

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.Are you looking to leverage your technical and leadership skills at the program level to ensure supply chain success in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! Supply Chain Program Managers (SCPMs) are the primary experts for both Supply Chain Program Management and Technical responsibility of a Supplier's SOW. As a SCPM II, you may oversee daily operations for multiple lower-level SCPMs and/or Supply Chain Project Coordinators (SCPCs). You will be accountable for the overall supply chain performance of the business unit or large, complex programs' including cost, technical, schedule planning, and execution. You will collaborate with assigned Subcontract Leads, Purchasing Agents, Program Office staff, Engineering teams, Operations personnel, and Business Management to develop strategies that meet program missions. This includes ensuring timely completion of all technical requirements documentation as well as maintaining adequate labor/non-labor budgets. The role involves consolidating supply chain risks at the program level while mitigating them effectively. You will also act as a key voice in developing supplier requirements during proposals.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Supervision:

• Supervise a team of SCPCs and SCPM I, providing daily oversight and guidance on SNC's tools, procedures, and processes.
• 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 Supply Chain Management and Planning:

• Develop the Program-level Supply Chain Management Plan, outlining supply chain strategies, reporting, and communication plan.
• Develop a cohesive strategy for forming effective teaming within our supply chain network which encompasses a robust framework that ensures seamless integration.
• Develop comprehensive negotiation strategies to facilitate the formalization of strategic agreements with key suppliers.
• Create tailored sourcing strategies that address each category's unique requirements and actively engage 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.
• 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 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery, negotiations, and purchase requisition processing time.

Supply Chain Communication and Coordination:

• 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) or Advanced Purchase Requisition (APL).
• 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 Supplier/Subcontractor Statements of Work (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 Control Account Manager (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.
• 9+ 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 13 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant technical degree may substitute for required technical experience.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and advanced contract management principles.
• Experience in multiple phases of product cycle to include prototyping, development, qualification, certification, LRIP (Low-Rate Initial Production), FRP (Full Rate Production) and Sustainment.
• Working experience in program management and knowledge of supply chain techniques including procurement regulatory requirements; thorough knowledge of cost & schedule analysis.
• Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and Aerospace and Defense (A&D) sectors, including defense, aircraft, and aerospace. Experience with commodities such as electronics, software, and other high-tech sectors.
• Experienced in Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) initiatives, including Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies for development programs.
• Working knowledge with Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Material Sale Forecasts, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Material Requirement Planning (MRP), Gate Reviews.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication, with ability to present in front of 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 (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or PMP (Project Management Professional), or applicable Defense Acquisition University (DAU) certifications.
• Technical/Engineering degree.
• Strong understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as it applies to Supplier Management.
• Understanding of FAA Regulations, AS9100, Cyber Security, and other industries requirements.
• Ability to influence all levels of the organization.
• Certification by the Institute of Supply Management (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 and audits.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

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 Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

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