Global Supply Chain AI Strategy & Transformation Director

Northrop Grumman; Arizona; On-site; USD 185,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a visionary Director to lead AI strategy across the Global Supply Chain, driving transformation and measurable business impact. You will orchestrate AI-enabled capabilities from forecasting to logistics, partnering with engineering, programs, and digital teams to align AI with enterprise goals.

Successful candidate will shape governance, build data foundations, and mentor future leaders while navigating complex, regulated environments to deliver value on a global

Qualifications

• Bachelor8s degree in a related field and 10+ years in supply chain or AI-enabled transformation.
• Proven leadership of cross-functional teams and enterprise-level initiatives.
• Experience implementing AI, machine learning, or automation in complex operations.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and program execution.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year AI roadmap for Global Supply Chain.
• Lead deployment of AI solutions delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Establish data foundations and governance for AI success.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with IT, manufacturing, and engineering.
• Mentor and develop future digital and supply chain leaders.

Skills

Bachelor8s degree

Leadership

AI/ML experience

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Executive communication

Security clearance eligibility

Supply chain domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor8s degree in related field

Advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD)

Tools

ERP

PLM

APS

MES

Generative AI / MLOps tools

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a visionary Director to lead AI strategy across the Global Supply Chain, driving transformation and measurable business impact. You will orchestrate AI-enabled capabilities from forecasting to logistics, partnering with engineering, programs, and digital teams to align AI with enterprise goals.

Successful candidate will shape governance, build data foundations, and mentor future leaders while navigating complex, regulated environments to deliver value on a global