Material Program Manager or Principal Material Program Manager

Northrop Grumman

101d • $70,600 - $105,800

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 is seeking a Material Program Manager or Principal Material Program Manager for our Business Unit, Armament Systems, located in Plymouth, MN. Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Requirements

• Must have 6 years of experience for Supply Chain Specialist or 9 years for Principal Supply Chain Specialist.
• Will consider a Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience or MS with 0 years of experience for Supply Chain Specialist.
• Will consider a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience or MS with 3 years of experience for Principal Supply Chain Specialist.
• Must be able to convert customer terms, conditions and requirements into estimating requirements for suppliers.
• Experience providing complex material program strategies for programs with numerous end item and variations.
• Superior communication skills (written and verbal), leadership abilities, negotiation skills and the ability to team in a cross-functional environment.
• Must be a self-starter, capable of achieving organizational and program objectives.
• Able to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to acquire a Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of relevant experience from a large DoD organization.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management and program management.
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing and planning, material procurement, MRP/ERP planning and transactions, BOM structures, and material estimating.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint system(s) is a plus.
• Understanding of FAR/DFAR Regulations.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to set appropriate priorities.
• Experience leading teams is desired.
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supports and manages all subcontracted and purchased material for the Armament Systems Business Unit.
• Coordinate activities of various Supply Chain disciplines by creating and participating in program level Supply Chain strategies and plans.
• Ensure the placement and receipt of all material requirements to meet those strategies and plans in support of program requirements including complete material management / ownership (schedule, cost and Material EAC).
• Act as the liaison between the program office and the Supply Chain organization.
• Responsible for the development, coordination and execution of all program specific material strategies, supply chain objectives, and enterprise objectives.
• Represent Supply Chain to the Customer, Program Management and Weapons Systems management.
• Manage all program proposal Supply Chain activities in support of strategic pursuits.
• Develop material strategies on complex programs.
• Facilitate Make/Buy decisions.
• Prepare and execute Material Program Plans (MPPs) which includes both cost and schedule.
• Identify and mitigate complex program risks as they pertain to material requirements.
• Achieve program material budget objectives by developing a set of strategies that will achieve those directives.
• Gather estimate at complete (EAC) data and manage program purchase requirements to meet production build schedules.
• Work closely with Subcontracts and Purchasing to resolve Supply Chain issues.
• Contribute to enterprise initiatives, with the program and within Supply Chain.
• Manage a material cost account under a program with EVMS requirements and cost accounting responsibility (material and labor).
• May serve on an approval board such as CCB, MRB, etc.

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