Sentinel - Manager Supply Chain Programs 1 - 20538
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Supply Chain Program Manager 1 to lead day-to-day supply chain execution for sub-elements of the Test and Production Operations Business Unit of the Sentinel (GBSD) Ground Based Strategic Deterrent Program, with surge support to other segments and special tasking. The position is located in Roy, Utah, or Huntsville, Alabama, and reports directly to the Global Supply Chain Program Manager (GSC PM). Relocation assistance may be available. The manager leads and collaborates with supply chain professionals and cross-functional stakeholders on program execution, including management of major subcontractors or subcontracted systems and complex Bills of Material (BOMs). The role works with senior division, IPT/Element, and program executive leadership to understand business requirements and manage the need for subcontracts and material across the program segment. The position requires an interim U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, and the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period. Travel is 10% of the time. The standard work schedule is 9/80: nine-hour days Monday through Thursday, with every other Friday off.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or a master’s degree and at least 3 years of related experience; four additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.
- At least 3 years of experience managing suppliers.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams to achieve project cost, performance, and schedule requirements.
- Experience supporting analysis of supplier impacts on business-unit financials for externally and internally funded scope.
- Interim U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at application, current and within scope, and ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval within a reasonable period.
- U.S. citizenship is required for positions requiring a government clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Active U.S. Government DoD Secret or Top Secret security clearance with Special Access Program (SAP).
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Program Management, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience supporting proposals and MRP transactions.
- Demonstrated experience managing major subcontractors.
- Experience with suppliers manufacturing chemicals, specialty materials, or aircraft systems.
- At least 3 years leading and/or managing teams.
- Ability to create and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external customers.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication with all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Serve as liaison between Supply Chain and Program, coordinating across Supply Chain functions and supporting program stakeholders.
- Lead supply chain program execution and manage resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risks and opportunities, supplier performance, and issue resolution.
- Participate in pre- and post-solicitation customer meetings and communications.
- Develop material and subcontractor strategy and lead Global Supply Chain activities through all phases of the Business Acquisition Process as they relate to AP content.
- Support proposal development by analyzing and addressing supply chain requirements.
- Ensure proposed program plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontract strategies before execution.
- Make decisions affecting subcontractor performance.
- Establish milestone objectives and manage performance against committed schedules and contractual specifications.
- Ensure subcontractors meet established program cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
- Participate in supplier and subcontractor negotiations with the Subcontracts Organization.
- Conduct program reviews with suppliers, subcontractors, and the program office.
- Lead the BOM execution strategy and set priorities with the Procurement team.
- Brief Segment and Program Management Office (PMO) and executive management on issues affecting program cost and schedule performance.
- Improve reporting fidelity, drive process improvement and root-cause corrective-action (RCCA) closure, and handle other special tasking.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions
- Paid time off
- Health and wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Company-paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
