Manager Supply Chain 1

Northrop Grumman; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks a Manager Supply Chain 1 to join our Oklahoma City team. Based onsite, this role leads cross‑functional supply chain activities, influencing budget targets, metrics, and process improvements to drive safe, cost‑efficient operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with relevant experience and at least 2 years of leadership, plus an active Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience OR Master's with 2 years OR HS diploma with 8 years in management, supply chain, PM, manufacturing, operations, or business management.
• Must have minimum 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects.
• Must have at least an active U.S. Government Secret clearance to apply/start.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
• Responsible for meeting direct/indirect budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
• Leads a team that supports Production and Sustainment goals and objectives through tracking, receiving, shipping with focus on safety and cost efficiency.
• Leads the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance via KPIs.
• Train and guide employees in keeping with Northrop Grumman Values & Leader Characteristics.
• Collaborate with programs on projects related to material receipt, storage, issue, and transportation.
• Directs activities related to program transportation, including major deliveries (classified and unclassified) and specialty movements.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Process improvement

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Master's Degree

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Manager Supply Chain 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is based onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
• Responsible for meeting direct/indirect budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
• Leads a team that has the mission statement to support all Production and Sustainment goals and objectives through the accurate tracking, receiving, shipping with a strong focus on safety and cost efficiency.
• Leads the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Train and guide employees in keeping with all Northrop Grumman Values & Leader Characteristics
• Collaborate with various programs on projects related to material receipt, storage, issue, and transportation.
• Lead, coordinate, and collaborate with internal and external customers, including local, state, federal, and international agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in support of Aeronautics Systems Sector programs.
• Directs team activities associated with program transportation, including major deliveries (classified and unclassified), and specialty movements as they relate to transportability.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of experience in Management, Supply Chain, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or Business Management, OR a Master's Degree with 2 years of experience in Management, Supply Chain, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or Business Management, OR a High School Diploma/Equivalent with 8 years of experience in Management, Supply Chain, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or Business Management
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
• Must have at a minimum an active U.S. Government Secret clearance to apply/start
• Ability to obtain/maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Program Special Access
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment while demonstrating a professional attitude.
• Working Knowledge of SAP
• Experience in warehouse management
• Knowledge of the GOV customer's Material Management Supply Chain processes

Primary Level Salary Range:

$90,000.00 - $135,000.00

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.