Manager Supply Chain Programs 3

Northrop Grumman

93d • $162,300 - $243,500

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' Global Supply Chain organization is excited to offer an opportunity to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals as a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3, to lead the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Elkridge, MD. The selected individual will be the primary GSC interface for the Long Range Air Defense & Bio-Detection Programs Operating Unit as part of the Land & Maritime Sensors Business Unit (LMS) within the Maritime/Land Systems & Sensors (MLSS) Division and will lead all local GSC personnel in the delivery of the highest levels of program strategy and execution. The successful candidate will work as a crucial member of the site leadership team and will report directly to the GSC Director for LMS. We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, 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. As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain management or Master’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain management.
• 5+ years of team lead and or management of people.
• Earned Value Management (EVMS) experience.
• Experience with Federal and Defense contracting requirements, including ITAR and FAR/DFARS.
• Experience with MRP.
• Experience developing Supplier Management Strategy to support program needs, cost, and schedule.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance.
• Experience with SAP.
• US Citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities.
• Experience with international procurements and supply chain.
• Experienced leadership in developing teams or working with teams &/or mentoring others in career development activities.
• Experience working knowledge of DCMA/DCAA and effective interfacing with these organizations.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems and requirements, supplier financial reporting/forecasting, contracting/subcontracting, or supplier/program/product scheduling.
• Experience working with Supplier Performance management to develop management plans and quality improvement via KPI’s and Supplier interface.
• Experience in major subcontractor management across different contract types (Cost Plus/Fixed Price).
• Experience with specifications, drawings & supplier statements of work (SOWs).

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a Program or collection of projects within a Program.
• Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for GSC duties and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met.
• Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
• Accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Briefs the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance.
• Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP).
• Leads supply chain program execution and is accountable for proposal activities, resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Travel up to approximately 25% to support supplier management, strategy, and execution of program requirements.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree