Senior Manager, Subcontracts

L3Harris Technologies

. Lead and manage a team of Supplier Program Managers (SPNs) .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $115,500 - $247,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing supplier relationships and driving performance improvements while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and effectively negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsCross-Functional Team LeadershipSupply Chain ProcessesRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Supplier Performance MonitoringProgram ManagementRisk MitigationStrategic Relationship DevelopmentPerformance Improvement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam BuildingLeadershipDelegation Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS PowerPointMS ProjectMS ExcelMS Word

Industry Keywords

Supplier SelectionCost ManagementQuality AssuranceDelivery PerformanceInnovation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage a team of Supplier Program Managers (SPNs)
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and stakeholders
Drive supplier performance improvements focused on quality, delivery, cost, and innovation
Collaborate cross-functionally to manage and resolve supplier-related issues
Proactively address and mitigate risks to ensure program success
Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures
Lead supplier selection processes and participate in negotiations for favorable pricing and terms
Monitor supplier performance through key metrics and implement corrective actions
Prepare and present program status reports to senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of prior related experience
Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience
Demonstrated success in managing complex supplier relationships and programs
Strong understanding of supply chain processes and principles
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, complex environment
Willingness to travel and flexibility to work extended hours
Must be willing and able to travel regularly to other Aerojet Rocketdyne facilities and suppliers across the country
Team building, leadership, and delegation skills
Experience leading, encouraging, reviewing, and critiquing supporting team members
Ability to define and negotiate task objectives, scope descriptions, and completion criteria
Ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously and make real-time plan adjustments
Working capability with MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Excel, and MS Word

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and disability insurance
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
EAP
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Company-paid holidays