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Material Program Manager

Overview In this role you will lead material program planning and subcontract management to support GBRD program objectives. You will work with engineering, quality and operations to build a common material-based schedule and ensure proactive risk handling. You will drive cost, schedule, and performance through Earned Value and EAC processes in a matrix environment. This is a mission-driven role at a company focused on secure, sustainable defense solutions and cross-functional collaboration. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, visionlife insuranceshort-term and long-term disability401(k) matchflexible spending accountsflexible work schedules ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute Material Program Plans and Subcontract Management PlansCreate and manage Risk & Opportunity plans with mitigation strategiesSupport Earned Value Management and EAC-based financial reviewsCoordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to align on an MRP-based scheduleCollaborate with Supply Chain and monitor subcontractor performanceProvide Supply Chain support for gate reviews and address program issues Key requirementsUniversity degree or equivalent experience; 7–10+ years in related roles; advanced degree optionalExperience in supplier management, project/program managementExperience using MRP tools (Kinaxis, SAP, PRISM)Experience with Earned Value Management concepts or integrating cost, schedule, riskDefense industry or security clearance background preferredcollaborationproactive problem solvingstrong communicationMRP systems (Kinaxis, SAP, PRISM)Earned Value Management (EVM) principlesEstimate at Complete (EAC) process