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Saab · 4 days ago

Lead Supplier Program Manager

East Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$113K/yr - $147K/yr

8+ years exp

Saab, Inc. is a leading defense and security company seeking a dynamic Supplier Program Manager to join their Supply Chain team. In this role, you will oversee supplier relationships and ensure timely material deliveries for Air Traffic Management programs, while also providing updates to Supply Chain leadership and supporting proposal efforts.

AerospaceAutomotiveInformation TechnologyManufacturingNational SecuritySecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic management of assigned suppliers and their material deliveries

Coordinate and facilitate weekly teleconferences to review purchase order status, material schedules, and anticipated deliveries

Track, maintain, and report key metrics on supplier on-time delivery and associated risks

Develop, monitor, and update material forecasts to support timely recognition of forecasted revenue commitments to the business

Provide weekly updates to Supply Chain leadership on program accomplishments, milestones, action items, and risks

Lead and/or support proposal efforts by providing material cost and labor inputs

Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with critical suppliers, addressing performance in quality, cost, and delivery

Drive resolution of technical and programmatic issues with suppliers

Assist in the development of metrics, reporting, continuous improvement efforts, and other strategic initiatives

Qualification

Supply Chain experienceERP system experienceProcurement process knowledgeFinancial acumenAnalytical skillsContinuous Improvement methodologiesProblem-solving skillsEarned Value Management SystemsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Supply Chain experience supporting the U.S. Government, Department of Defense (DoD), or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of related experience, OR Master's/MBA/JD degree with 8+ years of related experience

Comprehensive understanding of the procurement process, including sourcing, supplier qualification, order placement, on-time delivery tracking, and expediting

Experience working within an ERP system

Knowledge of contracting methods and contract types

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply sound judgment and creativity

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Financial acumen, with the ability to evaluate cost reasonableness