Shipping Manager 1 - 2nd Shift

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

NorthropGrumman is seeking a 2nd Shift Shipping Manager 1 based in Elkridge, MD to supervise a team of packers, planners, and logistic coordinators. You will drive interplant material movements, ensure safety and security compliance, and manage daily shipping priorities across domestic and international shipments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in shipping/logistics or related fields, or 9 years of experience in lieu of degree, and a U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in shipping/logistics or related field; Master’s degree and 3 years experience may offset degree
• Experience leading teams and managing people
• Experience routing and cost planning for domestic and international shipments
• Experience with Domestic Transportation Management System (DTMS) and MS Office
• Experience presenting during meetings for teams, management, customers, or vendors
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of packers, planners, and logistic coordinators.
• Support interplant movements of material.
• Ensure safety and security policies are followed by staff.
• Implement training and knowledge sharing amongst team members.
• Plan work with Shipping & Logistics Manager and discuss priorities.
• Oversee packaging material storage and inventory.
• Implement continuous improvement projects.
• Build relationships across programs, contracts, mission assurance, production control, and operations.
• Monitor budgets, workload capacity, and forecasts.
• Assist with shipping questions and quick problem resolution.
• Review and maintain employee timekeeping accuracy.
• Ensure team has materials, tools, and equipment to process, pack, and ship materials.
• Communicate with stakeholders on issues affecting shipping processes

Skills

People leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in shipping/logistics or related field

Tools

DTMS

MS Office

NGMS SAP

Job description

Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

At NorthropGrumman, 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.

NorthropGrumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

NorthropGrumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our Troy Hill Operations Management Team as the 2nd Shift Shipping Manager 1 based out of Elkridge, MD

You will oversee the second shift Troy Hill Shipping operation. Troy Hill ships a variety of both production and repair parts to domestic, international, commercial, and government customers. The Troy Hill Shipping Team maintains high standards to meet and exceed customer and stakeholder expectations. You will have the opportunity to work with various functions to help drive success.

2nd Shift Hours – 3pm – 12:30am

What You’ll Get to Do:

• Supervise a team consisting of packers, planners, and logistic coordinators
• Support interplant movements of material
• Ensure safety and security policies are followed by staff
• Implement training and knowledge sharing amongst team members
• Work with the Shipping & Logistics Manager to plan work and discuss priorities
• Oversee packaging material storage and inventory
• Implement continuous improvement projects
• Build relationships with our Program, Contracts, Mission Assurance, Production Control, and Operations teams
• Monitor budgets, workload capacity, and forecasts
• Assist with shipping related questions and facilitate quick problem resolution
• Review and maintain the accuracy of employee timekeeping
• Ensure that team members have the materials, tools, equipment to process, pack, and ship materials
• Communicate with stakeholders concerning issues that may hinder the successful execution of shipping processes

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, material movement processing, transportation, Lean Six Sigma, or related fields, Master’s degree and 3 years of experience in shipping, logistics, material movement processing, transportation, Lean Six Sigma, or related fields; 9 years of experience in shipping, logistics, material movement processing, transportation, Lean Six Sigma, or related fields may be considered in lieu of degree requirement
• Experience managing and/or leading people/teams
• Experience preparing, routing, and cost planning for domestic and international shipments via air, surface, and/or vessel
• Experience with Domestic Transportation Management System (DTMS) and MS Office applications
• Experience leading and presenting during meetings for teams, management, customers, and or vendors
• Experience driving cross training within a team, working to increase efficiency and single points of failure
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in transportation/logistics related field of study
• Proficiency with NGMS SAP functions
• Understanding of shipping practices and the differences in CONUS and OCONUS
• Experience working with and understanding Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) activities
• Experience in handling government shipments via DD250 or DD1149
• Experience with cargo & logistics documentation
• Understanding of packaging requirements for military and commercial shipments
• Certified training in process management (Lean Six Sigma or Agile)

NorthropGrumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encouras your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. NorthropGrumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $157,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, NorthropGrumman 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, NorthropGrumman 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.

NorthropGrumman 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.