Senior Associate, Material Management

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated Material Manager to join our dynamic team in Palm Bay, FL. The ideal candidate will possess MRP knowledge, strong analytical skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient management of materials to support our Intel and Cyber operations.

In this role, the Associate Material Manager will plan and establish operational objectives for their team; maintain workflow and productivity; and ensure weekly, monthly and/or annual objectives are achieved. Strong communication skills are required to work with parties inside and outside of the department to explain and interpret policies and procedures, and to make improvements to processes. This position requires practical knowledge in managing projects and processes, and it requires a strong knowledge in Machining and Manufacturing. In this role, you will be a part of the Agile Development Group, which is a division that specializes in developing disruptive, next-generation technologies using small company agility and big company experience.

Essential Functions:

• Utilize knowledge of MRP systems to manage material requirements, inventory data and procurement process, while ensuring data accuracy and system integrity.
• Work closely with procurement, engineering and program management teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain disruptions or delays.
• Generate and analyze reports on inventory status, material usage and supply chain performance.
• Use data-driven insights to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Ensure all material management practices comply with industry regulations, company policies and quality standards.
• Lead and participate in projects aimed at improving material planning and supply chain efficiency.
• Identify, analyze and resolve material shortages, delays and other supply chain issues.
• Able to obtain and maintain DoD clearance and additional clearances as required.

Qualifications: 

• Requires practical knowledge of job area. Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience and knowledge of manufacturing methods, specifically in composites, metals, and electronics.
• Prior experience in using computer-based project management tools associated with resource planning, scheduling and cost monitoring is desirable.
• Experience in creating and managing budgets for both operational and capital expenses
• Experience in aviation or military systems manufacturing
• Experience with creating and presenting performance metrics.
• Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment
• Experience with Power BI or data analytics
• Experience/certification in lean practices; 5S, six sigma, etc

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.

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.

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