Job Title: Supply Chain Program Manager
Job Code: 31939
Job Location: Yorba Linda CA
Schedule: 4/10-Every Friday off
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Program Manager to oversee and optimize the end-to-end flow of material across defense manufacturing lines. This role bridges strategic and tactical domainscoordinating with buyers major subcontractors production control and procurement teams. This individual will prioritize high-impact taskssuch as order fulfillment purchase request (PR) coordination purchase order (PO) placement material tracking and sales planningwhile maximizing cash profit and leading negotiations.
Essential Functions:
Supply Chain Coordination & Prioritization
Lead collaboration across functionsorder control production control PR/PO workflowswith buyers and subcontractors to ensure seamless material flow and execution.
Material Tracking & Planning
Actively monitor material status from procurement through delivery ensuring visibility alignment with production plans and facilitating timely decisions.
Sales Forecasting & Profit Optimization
Engage in sales and strategic planning to align material availability with demand while optimizing cash profit and working capital.
Negotiations & Procurement Influence
Lead or support supplier and subcontractor negotiations to secure favorable terms and pricing ensuring procurement strategies serve both strategic and tactical objectives.
Cross-Functional Influence & Leadership
Drive consensus among disparate teams in complex scenarios; act as a trusted influencer capable of resolving conflicts and guiding outcomes across organizational boundaries.
Business Unit Partnership
Work directly with the General Manager to develop sourcing strategies identify supply risks and elevate tactical procurement processes
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related lieu of a degree minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. Experience in production control supply chain or materials management in the defense or aerospace sectors.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge
Familiarity with DFARS Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations and military contracting requirements.
Experience with Integrated Master Plans (IMP/IMS) or military program management tools.
Tools & Communication
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data tracking reporting and executive presentations.
Strong written and verbal communication skillsable to distill complex information into clear impactful messaging.
Interpersonal & Negotiation Skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence across functional boundaries especially under time or resource constraints.
Preferred Additional Skills:
Production & Supply Chain Background (Desirable)
EVMS experience
Hands-on experience in production control MRP/ERP systems or subcontract management is advantageous
Lead development and execution of supply chain strategies across the full Program lifecycle
Material/Subk CAM: accountable for program material/subcontract budgets and to drive actions to improve financial performance; lead material BOE development (proposals) and finalize material/Subk budget for program baseline
Assist Program Finance in rolling up quarterly material/Subk financial status against the AOP EAC and ETC
Analyze key performance indicators using Program Supply Chain dashboard; develop and coordinate RTG execution
Proposals: Responsible for coordinating all supply chain elements incl material/Subk BOE development
Develop and Manage Supply Chain Risks & Opportunities as a part of program R&O
Coordinate program supplier strategy development and alignment with Category Management to develop/maintain strategic supplier relationships
Coordinate release of program demand through material planning
Coordinate Subcontracts involvement with requirements development
Prioritize and expedite material from PR creation through delivery to shopfloor
Ensure timely completion of all material and subcontract program milestones
In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in California
Massachusetts New Jersey Washington and the Greater D.C Denver or NYC areas is $98500 -
$182500. The salary range for this role in Colorado state Hawaii Illinois Maryland Minnesota New
York state Cleveland Ohio and Vermont is $86000 - $159500. 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.
Required Experience:
Manager
At L3Harris, we anticipate and mitigate risk with agile end-to-end solutions that meet our customers' mission-critical needs across all domains.