Sr. Supplier Performance Manager

Overview

Lead supplier performance and management for one major supplier, working across Supply Chain, Mission Assurance, Engineering, Operations and Program Management to improve performance and ensure the supplier meets its contracted business objectives across assigned programs.

What you'll do

• Lead Supply Chain, Mission Assurance and Engineering professionals in supplier performance and strategy approaches that assure flawless execution and drive affordability from the supply base.
• Improve the overall performance of the assigned supplier.
• Foster and maintain effective collaboration across Product Lines, specifically Supply Chain, Mission Assurance, Engineering, Operations and Program Management, and with the assigned supplier, to fully integrate best practices and accomplish objectives.
• Ensure full engagement and alignment with the Acquisition Professional on all contract requirements and communication with the assigned supplier.
• Assist in evolving supply base alignment with Raytheon's technology roadmaps.

What you'll need

• University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, OR an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience.
• Leadership/management experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice to have

• Demonstrated experience developing suppliers and working with suppliers to improve performance and affordability.
• Ability to build relationships and to work and lead in a cross functional environment, interfacing with varying levels of management across supply chain, mission assurance, program management, engineering, operations and supply base.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply critical thinking throughout the supplier performance and oversight process.
• Demonstrated experience in constraint management and lean manufacturing principles.
• Skilled in communications, team building, conflict resolution and relationship management to create an effective partnering environment that includes credibility, respect and trust.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and present executive level reviews and briefings.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Experience with operations or program management, including program development lifecycle, Statement of Work generation, risk management, action item management, requirement change management.
• Experience and understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Six Sigma process improvement such as Raytheon Technologies CORE and/or historic Raytheon R6s expert.
• Proficiency in tools and systems including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Awareness of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR and DFAR) and ITAR requirements.
• Security clearance – Secret or Top Secret.
• Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or other related field.

Details

• Remote role; the successful candidate must reside and work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. territories).
• Travel expected at least 25-50% of the time; all supplier sites are domestic for this position.
• Security clearance type: None/Not Required; U.S. citizenship required.
• Candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in person at an office location.
• Salary range: 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD.