Assoc, Material Management

L3Harris Technologies; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies seeks an Sr Assoc, Material Management in Melbourne, FL to support program schedules through material planning, procurement coordination, and inventory control in an AS9100/ITAR-regulated environment.

The role focuses on managing multi-department relationships, enhancing supply chain performance, and ensuring material availability across programs in a fast-paced aerospace setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years related experience, or graduate degree with 2+ years experience.
• Aerospace/defense or regulated manufacturing background preferred.
• Strong analytical skills in material planning, inventory analysis, and demand forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Supports end-to-end material planning lifecycle including demand forecasting and inventory management.
• Coordinates material requisitioning, depot & program related rework activities.
• Ensures compliance with AS9100, ITAR and related policies.
• Identifies material availability risks and assists in mitigation strategies.
• Monitors KPIs and drives inventory optimization and schedule adherence.
• Collaborates with procurement, engineering, finance, operations and program management.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory analysis

ERP systems

AS9100 knowledge

ITAR compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Procurement coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr Assoc, Material Management

Job Code: 45592

Job Location: Melbourne, Florida

Job Schedule: Shift 1, 9/80 (Off every other Friday)

Job Description

We are seeking an Sr Assoc, Material Management (MM) in Supply Chain for our Melbourne, Florida location to support program schedules by managing raw material planning, procurement coordination, and inventory control activities in an AS9100/ITAR-regulated environment. This role involves managing multi-departmental relationships and contributing to supply chain performance within a dynamic, fast-paced setting. The successful candidate will possess strong material planning experience, ERP proficiency and a background in aerospace or defense manufacturing.

Essential Functions

• Supports the end-to-end material planning lifecycle including demand forecasting, inventory management, material requisitioning, Depot & Program related rework activities.
• Supports compliance efforts ensuring material management activities adhere to AS9100, ITAR, and other applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identifies and assesses material availability risks including shortages, lead time constraints, and supply disruptions, supporting the development of mitigation strategies to protect program schedules.
• Monitors and analyze material planning performance through metrics and KPIs, identifying opportunities and implementing corrective actions to drive inventory optimization and schedule adherence.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material management processes, planning efficiency, and overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Resolves material discrepancies including rejections, losses and engineering changes in coordination with Procurement and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams including procurement, engineering, finance, operations, and program management to support material availability and program objectives.
• Maintains strong internal program management and multi-departmental relationships that foster a collaborative and trust-based working culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 4 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree or minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of degree, minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Qualificartions

• Strong analytical mindset with experience in material planning & inventory analysis and demand forecasting.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing industries
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities across multiple programs.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer.