Program Representative - Materials Availability Team

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📍 Groton, CT, USFULL TIME

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Overview

Position SummaryThe Materials Management Program Representative supports supply chain activities associated with all active classes of US submarines to support production, testing and program execution. This role serves as a key liaison between EB Program Offices, Ships Management, Operations, Contracts, Planning Departments, Finance, Design, Engineering, Purchasing, Planning Yard, various Quality Departments, Government Agencies, Newport News Ship Building, and EB Off-Site Departments to ensure material availability, resolve shortages, and communicate risks that may impact schedule performance.The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can work independently, prioritize competing demands, and proactively drive issues to resolution.

*This position is on site in our Groton, CT facility.Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and manage material requirements to support production and program schedules.
  • Identify, analyze, and resolve material shortages and supply chain constraints.
  • Coordinate with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Key stakeholders to ensure timely material availability.
  • Communicate material status, risks, and recovery plans to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Support inventory management activities and maintain data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems.
  • Track critical material performance metrics and provide status updates to management.
  • Participate in program reviews and cross-functional meetings.
  • Escalate issues appropriately while driving accountability and follow-through.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on schedule adherence and operational efficiency.
  • Participate in the development of new processes/projects and updating procedures accordingly.

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or 2+ years equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Operations Management, Project Management, Business Administration or related field.
  • Experience in supply chain, logistics, materials management, project management, manufacturing, or operations.
  • Knowledge of inventory management and material planning processes. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/MRP II systems. 

Preferred:

  • 3+ years equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Materials Management, Operations Management, Project Management, Business Administration or a related field.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing or defense-related programs.
  • ARTEMIS, Construction/Design, MRP II, EWP/PCM, ORACLE or TEAMCENTER experience.

Skills

Key Attributes for Success

  • Self-starter who requires minimal direction.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Ability to build relationships and influence without direct authority.
  • Comfortable making decisions and driving issues to closure.
  • Excellent communicator capable of translating information between Operations and Supply Chain organizations.
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Physical Qualifications

Color Vision, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, Wet

Frequently Asked Questions

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This Program Representative - Materials Availability Team role at gdeb is based in Groton, CT, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Program Representative - Materials Availability Team role at gdeb full-time or part-time?
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When was the Program Representative - Materials Availability Team job at gdeb posted?
This Program Representative - Materials Availability Team position at gdeb was posted on Aug 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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