Manager Supply Chain Programs 1

Northrop Grumman•Baltimore, MD

6d•$115,500 - $173,300•Onsite

About The Position

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 has an opening for a DMS Manager Supply Chain Programs 1 to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Baltimore, MD. The successful applicant will become a part of Advanced Mission Capabilities Business Unit within the Mission Systems Sector supporting the Restricted / Emerging Operating Unit and would be responsible for managing all DMS scope. The selected candidate will be a high-performing, organized supply chain leader who is goal-oriented and well equipped to partner with a wide range of internal stakeholders. To do this, they will leverage a solid understanding of the Global Supply Chain and be knowledgeable in the engineering, contracts, manufacturing, information technology, and mission excellence areas and how they impact delivery of supply chain materials and services. The selected candidate will have a proven ability to engage with stakeholder to drive increased visibility while negotiate pricing, ensuring compliance, and supporting fast-paced execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, business OR a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with a minimum of 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management
Must have a minimum of 1 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects from conception to completion
Your ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Direct experience interfacing with and presenting to leadership
Active Secret Security Clearance
Experience with MRP/ERP systems, financial systems, FAR, DFAR and ITAR
Experience with multiple contracting formats, including Firm Fixed Price and/or Cost Reimbursable
Experience with terms and conditions, and/or special contract clauses/types such as: long term agreements and intellectual property agreements
Negotiation Experience

Responsibilities

Own the strategy, planning, and execution of DMS material and services content for a portfolio of Programs within the OU.
Serve as Supply Chain’s primary partner to the Program Management Office (PMO), Engineering, and Contracts to coordinate cross‑functional activities and ensure supply chain commitments are met.
Develop and execute mitigation plans for program risks related to Last Time Buys/Lifetime Buys.
Lead program supply chain execution and be accountable for resource planning, material cost control, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and issue resolution.
Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to prioritize approach across multiple Programs and configurations; present status updates to leadership and customers.
Continuously monitor the DMS to identify and triage document and process risks; establish and maintain a robust, proactive mitigation process to prevent disruptions and ensure compliance.
Ensure the team uses appropriate metrics and indicators to manage performance and drive continuous improvement.
Operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and cross‑functional collaboration at all levels.
Manage complex assignments independently, exercising significant latitude in determining objectives and methods.
Communicate material baselines to impacted Planners and coordinate with Business Management to meet monthly Earned Value requirements and variance reporting; ensure consistent Material Finance reporting for program material.
Support the proposal process for the full DMS scope, from RFP through NAR and submittal, including development of sourcing strategy for large‑volume procurements and coordination of RWA as required.