Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title:  Senior Specialist, Supply Chain Management (Remote) Job Code:  42678 Job  Location: Remote Opportunity Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off    Job Description:     The Material Program Management position serves as a Supply Chain/Material Management (SC/MM) liaison for business unit programs and new business development initiatives. Material Program Management represents procurement on Integrated Program Teams (IPTs) and drives cross-functional resolution of material-related issues, status updates, and challenges.  This role works with cross-functional SC/MM teams to develop comprehensive supply chain strategies, plans, and processes that integrate seamlessly into overall Program Management plans. Acts as the customer interface for all supply chain program activities. This opportunity requires 10% travel.   Essential Functions:     Assemble and at times lead all material requirements, material budgets, and supply chain deliverables for assigned programs under general supervision. Develop and deliver monthly material cost forecasts and quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC) projections for program leadership and customers. Lead and direct integrated cross-functional material teams, collaborating with suppliers, supply chain leadership, program management, functional leaders, and customers to meet subcontract cost, schedule, and technical objectives. Manage time and resources effectively across multiple programs, prioritizing critical path activities and competing demands. Recommends enhancements and/or develop and execute supply chain strategies for development and production proposals submitted to Government and Prime Contractor programs. Recommends enhancements and/or drive affordability initiatives and supplier performance improvement programs, including quality enhancement efforts. Escalate and resolve material-related issues, risks, and roadblocks with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and customers. Support negotiation of subcontracts with critical, often single-source or sole-source suppliers based on specialized technology requirements. Partner in developing supplier baseline program plans, including budget and schedule baselines aligned with overall program objectives. Assist and provide input in contract negotiations with strategic suppliers. Prepare and deliver presentations to peers, customers, suppliers, and senior management. Serve as the SC/MM representative and customer-facing point of contact for all supply chain material program matters. Travel up to 10% to other facilities and supplier locations nationwide.

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant supply chain experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related supply chain experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of prior related supply chain experience.     Preferred Additional Skills:     Knowledge of supply chain management, lean manufacturing, assembly and ATP processes. Ability to use technical knowledge and experience to evaluate plans, processes and results of the supporting team. Working knowledge of project management methods within the