Program Representative (Supplied Material Expediting Team)

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Program Representative for the Supplied Material Expediting Team. You will coordinate with suppliers, purchasing, and production to ensure timely material delivery and to remove roadblocks in the supply base.

The role requires 3+ years in material management, strong Excel skills, and the ability to travel monthly to suppliers; DoD clearance is preferred. This is a full-time position based at EB Groton, with relocation to Waterford CT when

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• 3+ years in material management or supply chain logistics in manufacturing.
• Willing to travel monthly to suppliers.
• Proficient with Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros).
• Ability to obtain secret or higher DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve shortages or delays.
• Manage lead times, quality issues, and delivery performance with vendors.
• Coordinate deliveries between procurement, warehouse, and production.
• Align material deliveries with project schedules and specs.
• Communicate with Project Managers about delays and expected dates.
• Follow up to restore schedules and implement corrective actions.
• Travel regularly to supplier sites.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Problem solving under pressure

Team coordination

Self-motivated, proactive

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree (related)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Program Representative (Supplied Material Expediting Team)

Responsibilities for this Position

Program Representative (Supplied Material Expediting Team)

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-18172

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 8

Category: Program Management

EB Groton

Overview

Program Representative: Supplied Material Expediting Team

Theres never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefrontdesigning, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

A Materials Expediter is a vital component within the supply chain and logistics sectors, tasked with ensuring the seamless flow of materials and components required for production and operational processes. This role is critical in industries where timely procurement and distribution directly impact the efficiency, schedule adherence and profitability of the business. In this newly formed role, you will work to ensure timely delivery of purchased material by coordinating with suppliers, tracking purchase orders, resolving delays, and liaising between procurement, production, engineering, program office and various organizations to remove roadblocks in the supply base.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers, purchasing, material availability teams and other internal teams to resolve any issues related to material shortages or delays
• Work closely with suppliers to manage lead times, quality issues and delivery performance
• Act as a liaison between suppliers, purchasing, warehouse staff, and production teams to coordinate deliveries and material movement.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and logistics teams to align material deliveries with project schedules and specifications
• Contact vendors, verify supplies and communicate with suppliers to determine expected delivery dates and inform Project Managers of potential delays.
• Follow-up with suppliers to determine schedule restoration plans and corrective actions to ensure delivery performance, and/or monitor activities during the product manufacturing/shipment
• Identify and resolve issues related to material shortages, delays, damaged goods, or incorrect orders at the suppliers
• Travel to suppliers on a regular basis

This position is currently based out of our facility in East Greenwich RI. It will be transitioning to our new facility in Waterford CT when it is ready.

Skills: What sets you apart

• Superior attention to detail skills
• Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
• Problem-solving abilitiesand the capacity to work under pressure to mitigate disruptions.
• Strong organizational and communication skillsare essential for coordinating with various stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Strong project management andprioritizing skills.
• Familiarity with supply chain principlesand inventory management
• Willing and able to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Ability to function independently and work in a multi discipline team environment.
• Willingness to assist with issues using independent judgment, ingenuity, creativity and sound Decision-making
• Ability to analyze / interpret technical data and provide solutions to effectively schedule material in support of programs
• Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel: VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros and graph/charts

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• 3+ years of experience in material management, supply chain logistics, engineering preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Frequent monthly travel to various suppliers will be required
• Proficient in using all Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel: VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros and graph/charts
• Applicant must possess or be able to secure secret or higher DOD clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Bachelor's degree or higher in related areas such as Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Business Administration
• Purchasing and vendor management experience highly desirable
• Experience traveling to and supporting multiple suppliers
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong outfitting or machining experience and knowledge of deck and module construction
• Experience and knowledge of Virginia and/or Columbia construction
• ARTEMIS, Construction / Design, MRPII or TEAMCENTER experience

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General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.