Manager Supply Chain 1

Northrop Grumman • Palmdale, CA

8d • $110,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring a Manager Supply Chain 1 for its Global Supply Chain organization at the Palmdale Center of Excellence in Palmdale, California. This onsite leadership position oversees supply-chain functions spanning procurement through delivery and supports production objectives through accurate material tracking, receiving, and shipping, with emphasis on safety and cost efficiency.

The manager coordinates with internal departments and programs, guides employees, oversees budgets and operational metrics, and directs transportation activities, including major classified and unclassified deliveries and specialty movements. The role requires an active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher and the ability to obtain and maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable period. The schedule and shift depend on business needs; candidates must be able and willing to work any of the listed shifts. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience in Management, Supply Chain, Program/Project Management, Manufacturing, Operations, or Business Management; or a master’s degree and 2 years of such experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and 8 years of such experience.
• At least 2 years of experience leading a team, process, and/or projects.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher to apply/start.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Program Special Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
• Ability and willingness to work any of the listed shifts as required by business needs.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Current Program Special Access.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Working knowledge of SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead exempt and non-exempt employees performing Global Supply Chain functions across programs, from procurement through delivery.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activity with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, and other groups.
• Meet direct budget targets, write or update work instructions, provide performance metrics, and recommend improvements to productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Lead the team in supporting production goals through accurate tracking, receiving, and shipping, with a focus on safety and cost efficiency.
• Lead the supply chain team in applying best practices and measuring performance using agreed-upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Train and guide employees in accordance with Northrop Grumman values and leader characteristics.
• Collaborate with programs on material receipt, storage, issue, and transportation projects.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external customers, including local, state, federal, and international agencies, to ensure regulatory compliance in support of Aeronautics Systems programs.
• Direct team activities related to program transportation, including major classified and unclassified deliveries and specialty movements involving transportability.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager