Senior Supply Chain Manager

Northrop Grumman UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working options

Optional compressed working fortnight

Cash health plan

Holiday buy and sell scheme

Career development and learning

Performance-related bonus scheme

Pension and wellbeing support

Employee discount programmes

Job summary

Northrop Grumman UK is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for Programmes in London. You will lead a dedicated programmes team, shaping supply chain strategy and ensuring successful delivery across complex defence portfolios.

You will influence senior stakeholders, drive continuous improvement, and build strong supplier partnerships while enabling business capture through delivery closeout.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading supply chain in complex organisations.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings and operational improvements.
• Experience building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management at senior levels.
• Experience in defence, aerospace, engineering, or regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Supply Chain Programmes team to drive capability and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute supply chain plans that support winning activities and programme delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to remove obstacles, manage risk, and maximise value.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and negotiate long-term agreements.
• Deliver measurable cost savings and KPI-driven outcomes.
• Support development of wider Supply Chain strategy and processes.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Cost savings

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Strategic sourcing

Risk management

Team development

Defence/aerospace exposure

Job description

Senior Supply Chain Manager - Programmes

Requisition ID: R10247212

Clearance Type: SC (or eligible) – willingness to obtain DV

What's Your Possible?

At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It’s what we call Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions. It is the foundation for your career development, the impact we have within our communities, and the opportunities we create for our people to grow and thrive.

Opportunity Overview

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As Senior Supply Chain Manager, you'll play a pivotal leadership role within our Supply Chain function, leading the team responsible for supporting programmes from initial business capture through delivery and closeout. You'll help shape supply chain strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, drive commercial value, and ensure our programmes have the support they need to succeed.

Working closely with business leaders, programme teams, business development, and suppliers, you'll influence critical decisions, remove delivery barriers, and help Northrop Grumman UK achieve operational excellence across a complex and dynamic portfolio.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced supply chain leader who enjoys developing high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering meaningful business outcomes within the defence and technology sectors.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop the Supply Chain Programmes team, driving capability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute supply chain management plans that support business winning activities and successful programme delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to remove obstacles, manage risk, and maximise value across programmes.
• Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships, negotiating agreements that support long-term business objectives.
• Deliver measurable cost savings, supplier performance improvements, and KPI-driven outcomes.
• Support organisational development, process improvement initiatives, and the delivery of the wider Supply Chain strategy.

What We're Looking For

• Significant experience in supply chain management within a complex organisation.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings, commercial benefits, and operational improvements.
• Experience leading, developing, and motivating high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Ability to identify innovative solutions and drive meaningful business change.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against targets.
• Experience within defence, aerospace, engineering, technology, or a highly regulated environment.
• Knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and supply chain risk management.

Even if your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences, perspectives, and potential.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of our work, you must be able to gain and maintain SC (Security Check) UK Government security clearance.

Our recruitment team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process: [e-mail]

We offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and personal life, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Optional compressed working fortnight with every other Friday off
• Cash health plan
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Pension and wellbeing support
• Employee discount programmes

Why Join Northrop Grumman UK?

A Mission to Believe In

Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world. From mission-critical defence and intelligence programmes to advanced technology and cyber solutions, the work we do together makes a genuine difference.

A Place to Belong and Thrive

Every voice matters at our table. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can bring their authentic selves to work, feel supported, and have opportunities to succeed. Through our employee resource groups and community partnerships, we continue to build an environment where everyone belongs.

Shape your career journey through diverse opportunities, mentoring, development programmes, and leadership pathways. Whether you want to deepen your expertise or broaden your experience, we'll help you achieve your ambitions.