Manager Supply Chain Programs 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

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’s Aeronautics Systems sector is currently hiring a Manager Global Supply Chain Programs 2 to join our GSC Program Team in the support of qualified, diverse individuals in the Development (Dev) Operational Unit.

This position may be based primarily in El Segundo, CA; Palmdale, CA; Redondo Beach, CA; Rancho Bernardo, CA; Melbourne, FL; or Oklahoma City, OK. A hybrid work arrangement may be available; however, on-site presence will be required as business needs dictate. The position may also require up to 25% travel to supplier locations and other Northrop Grumman sites.

The Global Supply Chain Program Manager (GSCPM) will have cost, schedule, and technical responsibility for a key program GSC effort in the Development Operating Unit.  The GSCPM will lead the Supplier Management Teams (SMT), consisting of Engineering, Subcontracts, Business Management, and Quality to ensure successful execution of the supplier efforts.

Key responsibilities of this role:

• Oversee and manage all GSC activities in support of the execution of this major program 
• Create project plans, including project schedules and budgets
• Integrate requirements vertically and horizontally across the project to ensure successful execution
• Brief Northrop Grumman management and Air Force customers on project status
• Identify and mitigate risks
• Work with multiple engineering teams and cross-functional departments
• Participate in contract negotiations and contract changes as required

The primary objective will be the delivery of all contractual requirements on cost and on schedule, while achieving all technical requirements and creating customer intimacy to support value creation strategies and actions.  The individual will lead a cross-functional organization aligned to common program performance goals.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional/military experience that includes a background in project management, supply chain, supplier management or other related field OR a Master’s degree with 3 years of professional/military experience that includes a background in project management, supply chain, supplier management or other related field OR a high school diploma/equivalent with 9 years of professional/military experience that includes a background in project management, supply chain, supplier management or other related field
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
• At minimum, must have an active U.S. Government Secret clearance.
• Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Special Program Access (PAR)
• Extensive experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements as either project lead, integrated program team or cost account manager
• Experience managing Supplier Management Teams
• Demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal
• Experience managing Fixed Price supplier contracts
• Master’s Degree in a technical or business related field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Primary Level Salary Range: $119,900.00 - $219,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.