General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

The Material Project Manager (MPM) is a single point of contact representing Procurement while interfacing with the Program Office and internal customers; Manufacturing/Production Control, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Contracts. The MPM represents the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies and objectives, oversee all SCM activities needed to meet program requirements and ensures a strong link between various Supply Chain functions including Purchasing/Sub-Contracts, Logistics and Production Control.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing and executing supply chain strategies and plans for capture/proposal efforts and program execution
• Serving as the liaison between the Program Executive, Program Managers, IPTs and the Supply Chain organization
• Developing, coordinating, and executing all program material strategies, supply chain objectives, and enterprise objectives.
• Advise Senior Management as well as the program management office leadership team on material strategies and plans.
• Representing the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies and objectives.
• Overseeing all SCM activities needed to meet program requirements, and ensuring a strong link within and between various Supply Chain functions, including Sourcing, Logistics, and Production Control.
• Being the acknowledged expert on all supply chain issues and their impact on the enterprise programs.
• Developing and executing material program plans (MPP) and subcontract management plans (together with the Strategic Supplier Manager and Subcontract Administrator).
• Working closely with Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to insure adherence to a common schedule based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Collaborating with supply chain functions to prevent or mitigate material shortages on assigned programs.
• Monitoring performance metrics and proactively acts to address program and functional issues.
• Assisting Proposal Team with supply chain proposal activities.
• Insuring early supply chain and procurement engagement in engineering design activities
• Developing and executing risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives.
• Balancing strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programs

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.