Job Title: Specialist, Material Manager
Job Code:SAS20231708-104918
Job Location: San Diego, CA
Job Description:
- Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to effectively time phase material to service cash flow objectives and program schedules
- Plan, schedule and monitor the efficient movement of material from identification of the requirement to delivery to the end user
- Responsible for managing large, complex programs
- Plan and schedule materials and commodity products of high complexity for government and commercial programs
- Coordinate material distribution with purchasing, warehouse, and end user
- Chair material status meetings
- Monitor and reconcile any relevant Supply Chain disruptions that develop throughout the program lifecycle
- Develop strategies, implement plans and track progress for cost savings initiatives
- Participate on cross-functional teams to provide ideas for improvement and represent functional perspective
- Identify process improvements and facilitate implementation
- Accountable for closeout of contractual obligations (e.g. deliveries and open commitments)
Essential Functions:
- Motivated self-starter well versed in the Material Management Process Flow
- Work should be performed within set boundaries and with very little direct supervision
- Manage and complete purchase requisition release to general procurement and subcontracts teams
- Prioritize procurement expedite activities, kit and floor shortages
- Strong, in-depth knowledge in project management
- Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide array internal and external professional levels and functions
- Apply innovation, comprehensive information gathering, analysis, and investigation to solve complex problems
- Manage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance
- Ability to generate sales forecasts and variance reports
- Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership
Qualifications:
- Requires proficient knowledge of job area
- May have practical knowledge of project management
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience
- Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
- In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and/or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and advanced concepts
- Thorough knowledge of Supply Chain processes
- Knowledge of, and experience with, FAR, MMAS, and CAS requirements, as well as ITAR and EAR regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Lean Six Sigma experience
- APICS and/or ISM certification preferred, but not required
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
In compliance with California's Fair Pay Act, the salary range for this role in California is $54,500 - $110,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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