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Sr Specialist, Material Manager (Rochester, NY)

Rochester, New York

Job ID 15660
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title: Senior Specialist, Material Management

Job Code: 15660

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Description:

  • Lead all aspects of the Supply Chain process from proposal stage through Program award and execution.  Determines feasibility of material, components, specifications or requirements and supports product development activities, including proposal support, engineering change impacts to Supply Chain and analyzes market trends and supplier capacity.
  • Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to effectively time phase material to service cash flow objectives and program schedule.
  • Plan, schedule and drive the efficient movement of material from identification of the requirement to delivery to the end user.
  • Define raw material scheduling requirements from engineering specifications and production schedules.
  • Manage material cost and schedule, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and affordability with the ability to predict, identify and reconcile any relevant Supply Chain disruptions that develop throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Coordinate key cross functional Supply Chain resources to insure scale-able internal capacity.
  • Coordinate material distribution with purchasing, warehouse, and end user.
  • Establish, track, and report EVMS performance for large budget programs.
  • Plan and schedule materials, equipment, and commodity products of high complexity for government and commercial programs. 
  • Identify and mitigate supplier risk with active engagement in process improvements to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness
  • Work with purchasing and quality on corrective action measures with Suppliers when necessary and assessing trends in performance to prevent delays or cost overrun
  • Develop strategies, implement plans, and track progress for cost savings initiatives.
  • Provide timely and accurate Supply Chain updates to Senior Management

Essential Functions:

  • Motivated self-starter well versed in the Supply Chain Process Flow and managing material in the areas of schedule and cost.
  • Work should be performed within set boundaries and with very little direct supervision. 
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with a wide array of professional levels and functions. Manage program budgets and explain variances in monthly performance.
  • Ability to navigate FAR regulations and internal procedures for compliance.
  • Support Small Business Initiatives, as applicable.
  • Follow strategic direction set by Program and functional leadership

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Minimum 7 years previous Material Management experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • TS/SCI clearance preferred.
  • Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) software.
  • Knowledge of and experience with FAR, MMAS, SOX, and CAS requirements, as well as ITAR and EAR regulations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Products.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $63,500 - $117,500. 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.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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