Manager Material Distribution 1

Northrop Grumman; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 86,223 - 129,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a seasoned materials operations leader to establish and drive the site’s material strategy, forecasting, and inventory control. The role demands extensive experience in supply chain management, cross-functional collaboration, and a proven ability to lead large teams in a dynamic environment.

You will coordinate with Global Supply Chain and the site Warehouse to maintain stock levels, analyze data trends, and implement affordability initiatives while aligning with DoD

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years in material, supply chain, or programs management with required education.
• Experience leading teams or projects (5+ years).
• Proven track record in continuous process improvement.
• Strong data analysis and trend identification.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Establish Material Operations Strategy to be implemented by the Material Operations Management Team.
• Drive material health, material schedule, and forecast costs by using statistical planning models to forecast the material demand for the site.
• Work collaboratively with other functional areas to meet site commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives within the site.
• Identify critical material shortages and resolve material related issues due to supply based problems, inventory errors, or demand changes.
• Manage and communicate material risks and opportunities with internal and external customers
• Ultimately responsible for inventory control, ensuring stock levels are maintained at an appropriate level by coordinating the efficient movement of materials with Global Supply Chain and management at the Warehouse.
• Engage in the generation of proposals including identify material requirements, drafting supplier statements of work, basis of estimates, and estimate rational.
• Prepare material status presentations for all programs assigned to the LFS site
• Reviews and updates site Principles and Operation Practices annually

Skills

Team leadership

Process improvement

Data analysis

US citizenship

Lift 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates Degree

High School diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Establish Material Operations Strategy to be implemented by the Material Operations Management Team
• Drive overall material health, material schedule, and accurately forecast costs by using statistical planning models to forecast the material demand for the site.
• Work collaboratively with other functional areas to meet site commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives within the site.
• Identify critical material shortages and resolve material related issues due to supply based problems, inventory errors, or demand changes.
• Manage and communicate material risks and opportunities with internal and external customers
• Ultimately responsible for inventory control, ensuring stock levels are maintained at an appropriate level by coordinating the efficient movement of materials with Global Supply Chain and management at the Warehouse.
• Engage in the generation of proposals including identify material requirements, drafting supplier statements of work, basis of estimates, and estimate rational.
• Prepare material status presentations for all programs assigned to the LFS site
• Reviews and updates site Principles and Operation Practices annually

NGSkills

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of 9 years of material, supply chain, or programs management experience and a High School diploma. A Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ related experience; An Associates Degree with a minimum of 7 years related experience may also be considered.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams or projects with a minimum of 5 years of managing people
• Demonstrated success in continuous process improvement initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and identify trends
• Must be proficient in SAP
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Coordinate and manage a diverse group of people and skills as well as influence others outside of his/her specific area of responsibility.
• US citizen and ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in performing in a fast-paced depot environment
• In depth knowledge of material management in a depot or production environment
• Experience in communication, both written and verbal, with customers and senior management
• Understanding of Obsolescence and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS)
• Experience with all aspects of proposal generation
• Experience in the material requisition process

Primary Level Salary Range: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.