Hybrid Lead Supplier Program Manager

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About the role

  • Supplier Program Manager managing relationships with critical suppliers for Saab's supply chain. Leading material deliveries, procurement processes, and program management initiatives in a defense and security context.

Responsibilities

  • Manage every aspect of a program’s relationship with its critical suppliers and suppliers’ material deliveries
  • Lead the strategic management of various suppliers and their material deliveries
  • Coordinate and lead weekly telecoms to review status of purchase orders, material schedules, and anticipated deliveries
  • Track, maintain, and report out metrics related to supplier on time delivery and supplier risk(s)
  • Develop, track, and update material forecasts which contribute to the timely recognition of forecasted revenue commitments to the business
  • Provide weekly updates to Supply Chain leadership on program accomplishments, milestones or current actions, and risks
  • Lead and/or participate in efforts to provide material cost and labor inputs for proposal efforts
  • Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with critical suppliers which cover suppliers’ performance on quality, cost, and deliveries
  • Lead resolution of technical and programmatic supplier issues
  • Assist with metrics, reporting, continuous improvement, and other strategic initiatives

Requirements

  • Supply Chain experience with the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Federal Aviation Administration
  • BA/BS degree with 10+ years of experience or MBA/MS/JD degree with 8+ years of experience
  • Professional certification or advanced degree preferred
  • Comprehensive understanding of the procurement process (sourcing, qualifying suppliers, placing orders, tracking On Time Deliveries, and expediting)
  • Experience navigating through an ERP system
  • Experience with contracting methods and types
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving- ability to apply sound judgement and creativity
  • Communication / Interpersonal Relationships
  • Financial Acumen- ability to determine cost reasonableness

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Job title

Lead Supplier Program Manager

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$112,900 - $146,800 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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