Senior Specialist, Material Program Manager Supply, Chain Mason, OH

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, Material Program Manager Job Code: 41879 Job Location: Mason, OH Job Schedule:  9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off   Job Description:   Seeking a Senior Specialist , Material Program Manager to support the Material Program Management Team (MPM) & New Product Introduction (NPI) for the Sensors Division   Programs. This role is critical in supporting the development of material strategies, and representing the SCMM division to support a portfolio of Programs and Business Development activities.   Key Responsibilities: ·                   Lead MPM SC/MM Functional Organization: Develop and document comprehensive strategies, plans, and processes to manage the material supply chain, ensuring its seamless integration into the Program Management plan. ·          Serve as the main point of contact to customers regarding all supply chain-related program activities within New Production Introduction for the Division, ensuring clear, effective, and timely communication.    Prioritizes work for each program within the portfolio. ·          Collaborate with Program Management: Work directly with Program Management to align supply chain objectives with overall program goals, driving program success. ·          Procurement Representation: Represent procurement on Integrated Program Teams (IPTs), ensuring that supply chain considerations are fully integrated into program decisions. ·          Cross-Functional Interface: Collaborate with various departments to resolve material status issues, address problems, and ensure the smooth flow of materials. ·          Financial Oversight: Manage the financial aspects of supply chain operations, including budgeting, material forecasting, and cost control, to enhance overall program profitability. ·          Support Business Development: Provide expert SC/MM leadership in support of business development initiatives, contributing to the growth and success of the organization.   Requirements:   ·          Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.      Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.      In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.   Qualifications:   ·          Experience: Proven experience in a senior management role within supply chain, material management, or at the program management office level. ·          Financial Acumen: Strong financial management skills with a track record of effective budgeting, analysis, and cost control. ·          Leadership: Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. ·          Communication: Excellent communication and written formats, interpersonal skills, presentation, and capable of interfacing effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.   ·          Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies and processes that drive supply chain efficiency and program success.   Preferred Additional Skills:   ·