Manager Supply Chain Programs 3

Northrop Grumman; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 168,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Global Supply Chain (GSC) Operations seeks a Supply Chain Program Manager 3 to lead all global supply chain activities for the Oceanic Systems program portfolio in Annapolis, MD. The role emphasizes strategic planning, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure program success.

The candidate will manage two Operating Units, mitigate risks, and drive performance while aligning with program leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 8+ years of experience in operations, supply chain, business, or program management (or a master's with 6+ years).
• Experience with supply chain management techniques, practices, processes, tools, and planning.
• Minimum 5 years in a formal lead/management position of people.
• US Citizenship; ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Preferred: Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI; SAP experience; manufacturing environment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, planning, execution, and operational efficiency of all material and services content for two Operating Units.
• Drive supplier performance and mitigate risks through focused management approaches.
• Lead supplier relationships and negotiations for major subcontract awards.
• Act as primary focal point for program leadership for GSC and coordinate cross-functionally to meet supply chain commitments.
• Monitor global supply chain issues and develop mitigation strategies for program success.
• Lead GSC in proposal efforts with cross-functional teams across PM, Engineering, Operations, and Pricing & Estimating.
• Develop key suppliers to support critical program and industry technologies.
• Assess supply resources and prioritize demand requirements.
• Maintain accurate material receipt forecasts for Annapolis campus.
• Travel up to 25% and report to executive leadership at program reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Supply chain management

Supplier relationship management

Risk mitigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems Global Supply Chain (GSC) Operations team is seeking talented Supply Chain Program Manager 3 to join the Naval & Oceanic Systems Business Unit, supporting the Undersea Warfare and Special Defense Operating Units. This position will be located in Annapolis, MD. Come join the Oceanic Systems team where innovation and quality thrive!

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems’ Operations team is strategically partnered to drive the best decisions possible and plays a key role in the success and bottom line of our programs. We take responsibility for the quality we put forth, deliver customer satisfaction, demonstrate leadership, and we act with integrity in all we do, valuing our people, and regarding our suppliers as essential team members. If you are highly motivated and have a passion in supporting innovative systems, products, and solutions to ultimately keep our world safe, look no further. What we do leaves lasting impacts, is challenging, and is extremely rewarding. Rise to the challenge, find your voice, launch your career to new heights, and join our Northrop Grumman Mission Systems’ Naval & Oceanic Systems Business Unit.

Our team is looking for a qualified applicant to lead all Global Supply Chain activities in support of our Oceanic Systems program portfolio.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, execution, and operational efficiency of all material and services content for two Operating Units
• Drive strong supplier performance through the use of focused management approaches designed to proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Manage supplier relationships and support negotiations for major subcontract awards
• Acts as the primary focal point for program leadership for GSC and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met
• Monitor and manage emerging global supply chain issues and develop mitigation strategies to best position programs for continued success
• Lead GSC in proposal efforts supporting our growing campus through cross-functional collaboration with Program Management, Engineering, Operations, and Pricing & Estimating
• Develop key suppliers to support critical program and industry technologies
• Assume lead responsibility for the assessment of supply resources and to aggregate and prioritize demand requirements
• Maintain an accurate and predictable material receipt forecast for the Annapolis campus
• Report to executive leadership at program management reviews
• Participate in make/buy decisions beneficial to programs and the campus
• Manage both short and long-term capacity and resource planning
• Travel up to 25%

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in operations, supply chain, business, or program management or a masters degree and a minimum of 6 years in operations, supply chain, business, or program management
• Experience with supply chain management techniques, practices, processes, tools, and planning.
• Minimum of 5 years in a formal lead/management position of people
• US Citizenship
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI
• High proficiency with SAP, particularly Supply Chain/MRP transactions
• Experience and/or knowledge in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Primary Level Salary Range: $167,500.00 - $251,300.00

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.