Shipping Operations Manager 2

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training & Development

9/80 Schedule

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Shipping Operations Manager 2 to oversee BWI shipping operations, guide team on shifts, and ensure safe, efficient movement of materials.

Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s or master’s degree with extensive supply chain or government/military experience, familiarity with SAP, and ability to obtain a US Secret clearance; the role offers growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field with relevant experience.
• 8+ years in manufacturing or government/intl supply chain roles.
• Ability to obtain US Secret clearance.
• Experience with unionized workforce.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word/Teams).

Responsibilities

• Oversee shipping operations for BWI, including office and floor teams on 1st and 2nd shift.
• Align shipping with PrOP guidance and customer requirements.
• Supervise carriers, freight bills, and select carriers for cost-effective movement.
• Maintain records, invoices, and audits; provide area metrics and trend analysis.

Skills

Global Supply Chain

Union Experience

MS Office Suite

Security Clearance

Engineering Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

Job description

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 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Shipping Operations Manager 2 based out of Baltimore, MD.

What You’ll Get to Do

• Manage overall operations of BWI Shipping, including shipping office and floor functions and supporting personnel (1st and 2nd shift)
• Align ops execution to Northrop Grumman guidance (PrOP) and customer requirements
• Engage and develop cross-functional represented and professional teams, including shipping office (SEA), floor (IBEW), drivers (IUE), quality, and analysts
• Supervise employees who use a variety of equipment such as forklifts, conveyers, cranes, hand carts, and power trucks to move materials, parts, assemblies, and finished products or goods within a plant, office, or warehouse
• Supervise the scheduling with carriers, reconcile freight bills, prepare and negotiate claims, and select or recommend carriers to ensure efficient, timely, and least expensive movement of goods and material
• Supervises employees who maintain records and check invoices/bills of lading
• Provide management backup support for Material Distribution Center (MDC)
• Perform interpersonal or interdepartmental conflict resolution and optimization
• Outline and implement solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation
• Oversee the processing, packaging, and storage of supplies, materials, and equipment
• May assist in selecting appropriate containers and wrapping methods for materials to be shipped or stored
• Manage and delegate the planning, scheduling, and routing inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight
• Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings
• Act as an advisor to senior management/ELT and customers, including quality and DCMA
• Access management of secured storage within Shipping floor
• Responsible for conducting investigation and closure of shipping area audits and corrective actions
• Report and present area metrics, providing analysis of trends and recommendations for improvement to upper management / ELT

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience in manufacturing supporting US Government, commercial, and international customers; master’s degree with 6 years of experience in manufacturing supporting USG, commercial, and international customers; 12 years of experience in manufacturing supporting USG, commercial, and international customers may be considered in lieu of degree requirement
• Experience in Global Supply Chain Planning and/or Management
• Experience Working with and/or managing represented [union] employees
• Experience with MS Office User (min - Intermediate): Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance Special Access Program clearance (s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret Security clearance
• Experience with SAP User (Manufacturing Execution System)
• Experience with MS SharePoint platform planner and workflow management
• Experience in Engineering or engineering management

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman 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
• Additional Benefits including Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
• much more!
• health insurance coverage
• life and disability insurance
• Company paid holidays
• paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

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Primary Level Salary Range: $115,600.00 - $173,400.00

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.