Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!Acts as the single point of contact interfacing with the Program Office and internal customers, Quality, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Contracts. Represents the Supply Chain organization on policies, strategies, and objectives. Oversees all Supply Chain Management activities needed to meet program requirements and ensures a strong link between various Supply Chain functions including Purchasing/Sub-Contracts, and Production ControlNationality RequirementsCandidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.Job DescriptionAs a Material Program Manager, you will manage all material activities needed to meet program requirements and ensures a strong link within and between various materials functions, including Sourcing, Program Management, Engineering, Operations Program Management and Planning. The MPM will be responsible for the development, coordination and execution of program material strategies, and revenue objectives. In this role, you have the opportunity to lead the front end of the business planning activities including early material management involvement and early supplier involvement, partnering with program, engineering, and operations leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and execute material program plans, subcontract management plans (together with Supply Chain)Balancing strategic thinking with tactical application of strategies to programsWorking closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations to create a schedule for projects based on Material Requirements Planning (MRP).Developing and leading Planning related proposal activities including task descriptions and bases of estimatesIn conjunction with engineering, you will develop accurate Bill of Materials (BOM’s) from the technical baseline within a few days of proposal kick off, control changes in the BOM during the proposal process and promptly flow any changes to material estimating and develop a strategy to get representative costs.Partnering with Product Management to navigate obsolescence, long lead and last time buy material situations to ensure program schedules are met.Actively engaging in proposalsManaging material actual cost vs should costExecuting make/buy/where processDeveloping and execute risk/opportunity plans to meet program objectives.Collaborating with supply chain functions for support as needed.Developing and Monitoring performance metrics and proactively acts to address program and functional issues.Earned Value Management and Financial management skills, including Material EAC’s and Material ForecastingSkills, Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or in a related field, or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 6 years of combined work experience (can include Graduate school experience) in functional areas of Planning, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations (including Production Control), or Project ManagementExperience working in the DoD Aerospace & Defense industryAbility to get a Secret Security Clearance at time of hireASCM CPIM or CSCP experienceStrong Planning experienceProficient in ERP/MRP business systemsMicrosoft Project experienceExperience managing to a budgetExperience providing inputs into or reviewing EACsExperience collaborating with the Subcontract Administrator to review statements of work (SOW) that are complete and conform to program requirementsExperience in electronics/aerospace hardware applications as well as knowledge of operational and manufacturing processes (assembly, integration, and test)Experience converting business area and customer requirements into executable strategiesExperience leading in an Integrated Program Team (IPT) environmentKnowledge of Government acquisition laws and regulations#MARTypically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 7+ years related experience. May be required to maintain security clearanceDiverse & Inclusive EmployerUltra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.What’s in it for you?We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please emailCompany: Ultra Maritime
