Materials Program Manager -II

overview

kratos defense & security solutions, inc., is a leading defense technology company focused on unmanned systems, satellite communications, cyber security/warfare, microwave electronics, missile defense, training, and combat systems. Our customers include the u.s. Federal government, foreign governments, commercial enterprises, and state and local government agencies. At kratos, we prioritize affordability as a cornerstone of our technology. We leverage proven, cutting-edge methodologies and technology to minimize costs, streamline schedules, and mitigate risks, ensuring timely delivery of cost-effective solutions to market.

kratos unmanned aerial systems (kuas), a division of kratos defense, is renowned for its expertise in developing, delivering, integrating, and supporting high-performance, cost-effective, jet-powered unmanned aerial systems (targets and tactical). As a mid-tier defense contractor, we have demonstrated agility and innovation in providing aircraft to the us military and global allies and partners. Our track record of delivering top-notch jet-powered subscale targets has established us as a go-to defense contractor capable of delivering capabilities at an affordable price.

at kuas, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team collaborates to cultivate a supportive and dynamic workplace, fostering creativity and promoting professional development while honoring personal and family lives. Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned technology within the defense industry today!

the materials program manager (mpm) is responsible for managing purchasing activities for assigned programs, including strategic product and supplier strategies. The mpm manages the relationships between the program office(s) and the procurement organization.

the duties and responsibilities listed below apply to all levels of materials program manager. Each level of materials program manager has additional duties and responsibilities listed.

• monitors performance metrics and provides reports to program managers.
• develops and maintains assigned performance metrics and provides reports as required.
• tracks, monitors, and controls inventory for assigned programs.
• provides input to the program eac reviews including purchasing risks and opportunities.
• works intimately with program scheduling and production planning to develop and track procurement schedule and milestones.
• produces weekly status reports and action items for the procurement manager and supporting program managers, as required. Recommends solutions for materials shortages and/or strategies related to program milestones and objectives.
• supports the mpm ii with analyzing quotes from different suppliers and supports the negotiation for best price and delivery schedule to meet program plan.
• additional tasks and other duties may be assigned.
• supports proposal reviews, eac reviews, and program reviews. During proposal activities, helps mpm ii to develop purchasing basis of estimates (boes).

• leads the critical path of product bill of materials and program timelines associated with new product launches while overseeing the existing program supply chains.
• as the cost account manager (cam) for purchasing, on assigned program(s), ensures compliance to cost, schedule and quality requirements for materials and services on assigned programs. Provides reports and recovery plans for non-compliant activities. Provides written variance analysis in accordance with any earned value reporting requirements.
• understands and communicates program requirements and program goals/objective to buyers.
• uses lean / six sigma and critical thinking skills to propose sound and innovative business solutions to increase operational efficiencies to ensure business area and program success.
• analyzes quotes from different suppliers and supports the negotiation for best price and delivery schedule to meet program plan.
• responsible for updating and maintaining the costed bill of material (cbom) on assigned programs.
• responsible for overall product cost savings objectives on assigned programs.
• owns development of critical parts list, approved supplier control, and end of life component identification in the development phase.
• coordinates material make/buy strategies with manufacturing engineering.
• coordinates with chief engineer to ensure bill of material component list completeness and material readiness throughout the development processes.
• develops and owns schedules related to material readiness for product as well as schedules of achieving product cost targets.
• owns budget (capital and expense) tracking of costs related to meeting material readiness dates.
• completes supplier benchmarking initiatives as required, ensuring competitive pricing in place.
• participates in supplier quality audits for conformance to company requirements.
• ensures obsolescence issues and other changes (e.g., ecn/ecp) for…