Manager Supply Chain Programs 1

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electronic Warfare and Targeting (EWT) Business Unit in Rolling Meadows, IL is seeking a Manger 1 Global Supply chain Program Manager to join the Global Supply Chain Targeting Systems team, reporting to the Global Supply Chain EWT BU Manager. This position is instrumental in driving the supply base to provide consistently high-quality parts to support our customers. This position is contingent upon anticipated award in the fall 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Business Mgmt/Program Mgmt, Supply Chain or Operations Mgmt, OR a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Business Mgmt/Program Mgmt, Supply Chain or Operations Mgmt.
1+ years of team leader and/or people management experience
EVMS experience
US Citizenship
Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
Ability to travel up to 10% of time

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Mgmt or Admin, Global Supply Chain, or Project Management
Aerospace and Defense experience
Experience with SAP, Tableau, and Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Experience with FAR/DFAR provisions including the requirements necessary to maintain a government approved contractor approved purchasing system (CPSR)
Experience with ITAR and EAR requirements
Active U.S. Government Secret/Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a Program or collection of Programs.
Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that all supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP).
Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have completed and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies.
Leads supply chain Program execution and is 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.