Manager Supply Chain 1

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Multiple shift options

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Palmdale, CA, is seeking a Manager Supply Chain 1 to lead a team across procurement to delivery within the Global Supply Chain organization.

This leadership role offers multiple shift options and exposure to a variety of projects and customers, with a focus on safety, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in production operations.

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.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance (or higher) to apply/start.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
• Must have the ability to work any of the shifts listed above as required to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of exempt and non-exempt employees, who are responsible for GSC functions across various programs from procurement to delivery.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
• Responsible for meeting direct budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
• Lead a team that has the mission statement to support all Production 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 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

KPIs

Transportation coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

High school diploma

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite at our Palmdale Center of Excellence in Palmdale, CA .

We offer multiple shift options, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

The schedule/shift for this position will be determined based on business needs. Candidate must be willing and able to work any of the shifts listed below.

Potential shifts: Times may vary:

• 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 2nd shift; 3pm-1:30am
• 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 1st shift; 5am-3:30pm
• 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 5am-3:30pm
• 4X10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 2pm-12:30am

Responsibilities include:

• Lead a team of exempt and non-exempt employees, who are responsible for GSC functions across various programs from procurement to delivery.
• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
• Responsible for meeting direct 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 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.

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.

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
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance (or higher) to apply/start
• Ability to obtain/maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company
• Must have the ability to work any of the shifts listed above as required to support business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Program Special Access
• Master'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