DMS Supply Chain Programs Lead – Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a DMS Manager Supply Chain Programs 1 to lead strategy, planning, and execution of material and services across programs within the operating unit. This onsite role in Baltimore, MD partners with PMO, Engineering, and Contracts to ensure commitments are met and risks are mitigated.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in supply chain or 3 years with a Master’s degree, strong leadership, and experience with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, business OR a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with a minimum of 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management
• Must have a minimum of 1 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects from conception to completion
• Your ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, planning, and execution of DMS material and services content for a portfolio of Programs within the OU.
• Serve as Supply Chain’s primary partner to the PMO, Engineering, and Contracts to coordinate cross‑functional activities and ensure supply chain commitments are met.
• Develop and execute mitigation plans for program risks related to Last Time Buys/Lifetime Buys.
• Lead program supply chain execution and be accountable for resource planning, material cost control, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to prioritize approach across multiple Programs and configurations; present status updates to leadership and customers.
• Continuously monitor the DMS to identify and triage document and process risks; establish and maintain a robust, proactive mitigation process to prevent disruptions and ensure compliance.
• Ensure the team uses appropriate metrics and indicators to manage performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and cross‑functional collaboration at all levels.
• Manage complex assignments independently, exercising significant latitude in determining objectives and methods.
• Communicate material baselines to impacted Planners and coordinate with Business Management to meet monthly Earned Value requirements and variance reporting; ensure consistent Material Finance reporting for program material.
• Support the proposal process for the full DMS scope, from RFP through NAR and submittal, including development of sourcing strategy for large‑volume procurements and coordination of RWA as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Finance systems

Job description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a DMS Manager Supply Chain Programs 1 to lead strategy, planning, and execution of material and services across programs within the operating unit. This onsite role in Baltimore, MD partners with PMO, Engineering, and Contracts to ensure commitments are met and risks are mitigated.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in supply chain or 3 years with a Master’s degree, strong leadership, and experience with cross‑functional teams.