Program Manager - Logistics

AAR • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

The Program Manager will support the Defense Logistics Agency's (DLA) Corpus Christi Army Depot supply chain management efforts. This role involves building and managing a team of supply chain experts, coordinating between various organizations, and developing solutions to parts availability issues. The Program Manager will also be responsible for delivering analysis, reports, and briefings to leadership, while ensuring effective cooperation and communication among stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience building, training, and managing a team
• Previous experience leading in a cross-functional team environment
• Previous experience implementing lean and supply chain initiatives
• Experience in supply management and logistical support functions
• Broad understanding of the levels of repair philosophies for military services
• Must have an understanding of Military Supply Chain processes and inventory practices.
• Ability to obtain a government CAC and a Secret Security Clearance (as required).

Nice To Haves

• Strong collaborative, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft productivity suites
• 5 years' experience working for DLA and/or working directly supporting a USG Repair Depot
• Excellent relationship/interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with incomplete information and ambiguity
• Industry knowledge of Aerospace & Defense supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and train a highly effective team of supply chain experts.
• Manage the supply chain and mitigate parts-related risks/issues.
• Serve as the key liaison with the customer.
• Develop and advocate for solutions to parts availability issues.
• Develop strategies to support customer initiatives in materiel planning and logistics.
• Monitor DLA impact on fleet-wide weapon system readiness and analyze provisioning related degraders.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees