Material Manager I

Job Description

The Material Manager is a key position for our program team. As the senior material manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for identifying, defining and leading opportunities to improve operational effectiveness while striving to achieve the expectations of our government customer and program teams.

We seek a diligent, dedicated and resourceful person who will further our success. The successful candidate leads a staff of supply chain professionals in life cycle management across multiple warehouses and locations. Additionally, will be responsible for training and development of the team with a drive to lead by example. Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and have extensive knowledge of supply chain through various progressive positions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance and timely reporting of government and corporate material and equipment including losses, gains, and on-hand inventories across multiple warehouses and inventory management systems;
• Lead initiatives to ensure continuity of supply throughout the operation to achieve uninterrupted supply of quality components and assemblies through the development of Mission Essential Lists, Master Parts Lists, and other program schedules and plans;
• Work closely with program and government stakeholders to achieve operational objectives in cost, quality, delivery and inventory;
• Act as the subject matter expert in all areas of responsibility to be the technical resource to other groups to address and resolve inquires, problems, and any scheduling issues that may arise.
• Deploy demand driven materials strategy, processes and tools that supports operational excellence achieving long-range goals and objectives;
• Lead and improve analytics, processes and procedures that drive continuous change, improvements and corrective actions, as needed;
• Coach and mentors the materials team to improve engagement with key stakeholders and to establish communication channels between the cross functional teams.
• Organize and prioritize work assignment to complete assignments / tasks on time, with quality and demonstrate the ability to anticipate problem areas in advance.
• Be accountable for defining resource needs and works within budget and staffing parameters to accomplish objectives for area of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned

This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary’s County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.

There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary’s County, Maryland or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering and at least 8 years of related experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience with both government and corporate inventory management systems including DPAS and Cost Point

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $116419 – $197912

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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