Program Material Manager - 20+ Years Leadership

TRACY K. HUGHEN

Robertsdale, AL 251-***-**** *************@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Program Material Manager with 20+ years of progressive leadership in supply chain, procurement, and program material management across defense, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. Expert in FAR/DFAR/CPSR compliance, supplier performance, and Earned Value Management (EVM) financial controls. Trusted by executive leadership to lead complex, high-value government programs through cost-effective strategies, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Program Material Management FAR/DFAR/CPSR Compliance Supplier Performance Management Procurement Strategy Earned Value Management (EVM) Cost Forecasting Risk Mitigation Budget & Financial Reporting ERP/MRP Systems (IFS, JD Edwards) Cross-Functional Leadership Team Development Contract Negotiation Executive-Level Collaboration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Supply Chain Program Manager

General Dynamics Mission Systems – Pittsfield, MA (Remote) 2021 – Present

Lead program material management ensuring materials are delivered on time and within budget to meet operational milestones for Strategic Weapons Control (SWC) program.

Manage supplier performance, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation plans aligned with cost/schedule objectives for Strategic Weapons Control Systems.

Develop EVM-aligned cost forecasts and performance metrics ensuring financial accountability and audit readiness.

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and finance to synchronize material strategies with program execution.

Recognized by leadership for proactive issue resolution and consistently exceeding delivery and cost targets.

Subcontracts Administrator / Non-Labor CAM Lead – PSC Program

Halter Marine – Pascagoula, MS 2019 – 2021

Served as Control Account Manager (CAM) Lead for the $1.2B U.S. Coast Guard Polar Security Cutter (PSC) program.

Trained and mentored CAMs on EVM principles, variance analysis, and baseline management standards.

Oversaw subcontract execution ensuring cost, schedule, and technical compliance aligned with EVMS reporting.

Partnered with Program Management and Finance to maintain accurate forecasts and variance documentation.

Directed subcontract solicitations, proposal evaluations, and award administration ensuring CPSR compliance.

Purchasing Manager – OPC Program

Eastern Shipbuilding – Panama City, FL 2017 – 2019

Supervised 8 buyers and an Assistant Purchasing Manager supporting the $1B Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) program.

Transformed a commercial procurement team into a DOD-compliant organization meeting FAR, DFAR, and CPSR standards.

Authored the company’s CPSR Manual establishing policies, processes, and work instructions for DOD audit readiness.

Directed purchasing strategy, EVM data integration, and supplier performance improvement initiatives.

Partnered with executive leadership to meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives.

Program Material Manager / Purchasing Manager

Austal USA – Mobile, AL 2008 – 2017

Promoted by the President to Program Material Manager following exceptional leadership in procurement operations.

Directed 7 Control Account Managers and 4 Coordinators responsible for material planning and execution.

Previously managed 25 Buyers supporting multi-billion-dollar Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) programs.

Oversaw baseline management, material flow, and financial tracking ensuring EVM alignment.

Negotiated supplier contracts and implemented FAR/DFAR/CPSR-compliant policies improving audit readiness.

Presented material and risk performance data to executive leadership and U.S. Navy stakeholders.

Senior Buyer / Supervisor

Standard Furniture Manufacturing Co., Inc. – Bay Minette, AL 1993 – 2008

Directed JIT procurement strategies for domestic and international suppliers supporting high-volume manufacturing.

Led JD Edwards MRP implementation improving planning accuracy and efficiency.

Negotiated supplier agreements driving cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Supervised inventory accuracy, procurement quality, and financial reporting compliance.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Management, University of Mobile, 1997

General Studies, Faulkner State Community College

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