Program Purchasing Manager

Responsibilities Of Position:

Leads the activities of teams on assigned programs for sourcing of material and services. Ensures products and services obtained by the team meet quality, cost and schedule objectives in accordance with program and company requirements. Develops subcontract specifications, statements of work and terms and conditions as part of product acquisition team. Identifies potential sources for required materials and services in accordance with organizational supply base objectives; actively promotes supply chain sourcing objectives throughout the organization. Leads proposal evaluation teams through supplier selection process including capabilities assessment, technical evaluation and cost/price analysis. Serves as the Purchasing liaison for assigned programs and communicates requirements to and from Programs and Purchasing functions. Negotiates subcontract terms and conditions including price, delivery, quality, and performance requirements; negotiates special terms and conditions as required. Communicates subcontract information to program managers, engineering personnel and other related functions such as finance, quality, and contracts administration as applicable. Ensures purchasing justifications are compliant to client processes for all spend levels. As a senior member of the client's supply chain, mentors individuals for personal and career growth. Up to 20% travel.
Key Success Factors (Specific expectations during next 6-18 months):

Lead assigned programs to drive targeted results for quality, schedule and cost

Promote an environment of trust and credibility with internal and external customers

Interact with key customers and suppliers on current performance, business alliances and continuous improvement

Endorse and drive the implementations of Enterprise Resource Planning , Lean Initiatives and Contract Purchasing System Review (CPSR) adherence
Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:


Computer proficiency with MS Office application experience, including Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint

Proven communication skills; ability to develop relationships with all levels of an organization

Demonstrated professionalism with ability to apply sound judgment toward conflict resolution

Proficient in price and cost analysis techniques

Results-oriented, self-motivated, process driven

Working knowledge of Oracle operating systems desirable

Professional certification in Supply Chain or Contracts discipline (C.P.M., CPIM, CPCM)

Experience/Education Required/Sought:

7-10 years of Purchasing, Supply Chain and /or Contracts experience in a manufacturing environment. Bachelor's degree (accredited institution) in Business, Operations Management, Engineering or related field. Experience in multiple Aerospace & Defense markets desirable. Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR). United States citizenship required.







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