Supply Chain Program Manager II

About the Role

Join the SNC-led Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) team and be part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft. This role is critical in ensuring supply chain success for programs that support and protect national security, including the U.S. Air Force’s SAOC mission. As a Supply Chain Program Manager II (SCPM II), you will oversee daily operations for multiple lower-level SCPMs and/or Supply Chain Project Coordinators (SCPCs), ensuring the overall supply chain performance of large, complex programs.

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 plans.
  • Create a cohesive strategy for forming effective teaming within the supply chain network to ensure seamless integration.
  • Develop comprehensive negotiation strategies to formalize strategic agreements with key suppliers.
  • Create tailored sourcing strategies addressing each category's unique requirements and engage cross-functional teams in collaborative planning sessions.
  • Evaluate current suppliers' performance and capabilities, forecast future needs, and develop negotiation strategies promoting sustained collaboration.
  • Lead make/buy assessments from a supply chain perspective.
  • Act as the subcontract Program Manager for large or complex subcontracts, executing the role of Program Manager.
  • Collaborate with platform, product line, Business Unit (BU), or product support teams to communicate 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 proposals or programs, 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 Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) efforts, including implementing Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies.
  • 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 (e.g., CDRLs to 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 and dashboards, highlighting current cost, technical, and schedule performance.
  • 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, and present status of recovery plans to stakeholders.
• Program Management and Control Account:
  • Manage the cost, technical, and schedule aspects of the supply chain for proposals or programs as the Program Management representative.
  • Track progress against the Supply Chain schedule, identifying and addressing deviations.
  • Lead the development of Supplier/Subcontractor Statements of Work (SSOW), SDRLs, and other requirements flow downs.
  • Identify potential risks within program-specific supply chains (subcontractors and procured parts) and present mitigation plans.
  • Obtain SNC’s Control Account Manager (CAM) Certification if delegated CAM responsibilities by the Program Manager.
  • Use Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess project performance, monitor actual costs against budgeted costs, and report variances.
  • Calculate, track, and report key EVM metrics, such as Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI).
  • Prepare regular status reports on cost, schedule, and performance metrics, and maintain comprehensive documentation.
  • Analyze causes behind significant variances from planned values and recommend corrective actions.
• Additional SCPM Proposal/Pursuit Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the supply chain team to identify potential supply sources, mitigate risks, 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 and support technical evaluation of proposals for content and quality.
  • Lead or support the development of source selection plans, mitigate 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in a Technical/Engineering concentration.
• 9+ years of experience in operations or a related area. Relevant technical experience can 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 the product cycle, including 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.
• Experience with Design for Supply Chain (DFSC) initiatives, including Design to Product Target Cost (DPTC) methodologies for development programs.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Material Sale Forecasts, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Material Requirement Planning (MRP), and Gate Reviews.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication, with the ability to present in front of groups.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, with the ability to perform data analytics for trend analysis.
• Ability to travel 25% to 50% of the 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 (Preferred)

• 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 industry 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.

Benefits

• Annual incentive pay based upon performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• 3 weeks paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.