Senior Material Program Manager

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US - Huntsville, ALtime type:
Full time posted on:
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** Be visionary
** Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
** Job Description
**** Position Overview
** The Material Program Manager (MPM) is a technically astute, resourceful, and self-directed individual who will lead material planning and sourcing strategy across complex programs and proposals. This role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in dynamic environments, rapidly assimilates technical information, and consistently delivers results with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and sound judgment—capable of navigating technical drawings, regulatory frameworks, and supplier challenges with clarity, creativity, and confidence.
** What You’ll Do**
* ** Own Material BOM Estimating**:
Partner with purchasing and engineering to build accurate, compliant Bill of Materials (BOMs) for proposals, ensuring alignment with FAR/DFARS requirements.
* ** Drive Source Development**:
Analyze technical drawings and supplier capabilities to identify sourcing gaps and develop new supplier relationships.
* ** Support Procurement/Sourcing Strategy Formation**:
Collaborate with program and manufacturing teams to define procurement strategies that meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
* ** Engage Early**:
Participate in pre-proposal planning to identify critical supply chain risks and formulate sourcing approaches.
* ** Solve Problems Independently**:
Investigate and resolve supplier issues using data, technical insight, and cross-functional collaboration.
* ** Interpret Technical Data**:
Review RFPs, SOWs, and build-to-print packages to understand material requirements and support sourcing approaches.
* ** Communicate Proactively**:
Ensure alignment across purchasing, manufacturing, and program teams through clear and consistent communication.
** What You Bring
**** Education**:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field and 10 years of relevant experience or additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
* ** Experience**:  + Proven success in supply chain or sourcing roles with a strong technical component.  + Hands-on experience with technical drawings, RFPs, and government acquisition regulations.
* ** Skills**:  + Advanced Excel proficiency (Expert certification preferred).  + Ability to interpret and act on engineering documentation.  + Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS compliant estimating principles.  + Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
* ** Attributes**:  + High technical curiosity and analytical thinking.  + Self-starter with a “figure it out” attitude.  + Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities.
* ** Certifications**: CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent preferred.
** Work Environment
** This role involves frequent collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams. Success depends on your ability to independently navigate complex, technical, and regulatory landscapes while delivering sourcing solutions that meet program needs.
** Other

Qualifications:

*** US Citizenship with ability to attain/maintain a clearance.
* Ability to travel (domestically/internationally) approximately 10%#TBETeledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
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