Manager Supply Chain Programs 3
Manager Supply Chain Programs 3
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: R10188943
• Category: Global Supply Chain
• Location: Apopka, Florida, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: 1
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 Mission Systems' Global Supply Chain organization is excited to offer an opportunity for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 to lead the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization located in Apopka, FL.
The selected individual will be the primary GSC interface for the Apopka site as part of the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability Division and will lead all local GSC personnel in the delivery of the highest levels of program execution. The successful candidate will work as a crucial member of the site leadership team and will report directly to the GSC Director for the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability Division located in Rolling Meadows, IL.
What you get to do:
• The strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a collection of programs
• Briefing the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting program cost and schedule performance. Acting as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain
• Coordinating 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.
• Developing the material strategy and leading the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and will ensure that before program execution, all elements of the proposed program plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies
• Lead supply chain program execution and is accountable for proposal activities, resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Mentor, coach, and develop employees while fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Develop and execute supplier management strategies that support cost, schedule, and program needs.
• Forecasting material costs, supply chain risk management, and implementing make/buy strategies.
• Assess and address supply chain disruptions, ensuring minimal impact on program performance.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across direct reports, peers, and senior management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex issues for executive-level briefings.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive team environment.
• Manage large-scale programs with significant material content and supplier engagement responsibilities.
• Interpret and manage complex supplier specifications, drawings, statements of work (SOWs), and supplier issue resolution.
• Develop Supplier Performance Management (SPM) plans, utilizing KPIs to drive quality and delivery improvements.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-tech environment, including engagement with international suppliers and non-traditional supply bases.
The manager supply chain programs is responsible for activities and knowledge within multiple disciplines across the supply chain processes: Supply Chain-Plan, Supply Chain-Source, Supply Chain-Make, Supply Chain-Deliver, as well as Supply Chain-Operations. This manager will exhibit end-to-end supply chain competency and manage supply chain functions (Planning, Sourcing, Small Business/Disadvantaged Programs, Supplier Quality, Warehouse & Transportation, Analytics, Compliance, Systems, etc.). The successful candidate will provide direction to the team to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and be able to influence direct reports, peers, other functions, and all levels of management. In addition, the successful candidate will possess highly effective interpersonal skills to communicate messages throughout the team and summarize content for executive-level briefings.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of related experience or a master's degree with 7+ years in cost account management, supplier financial reporting/forecasting, supplier/program/product scheduling, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams and managing personnel in a supply chain, operations, or business management environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) concepts and their application in supply chain management.
• Security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to travel up to 20% to support supplier management, strategic initiatives, and program execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
• At least 5 years in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Management, or a related field within aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing.
• SAP experience in procurement, supply chain analytics, and financial reporting.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), supplier financial forecasting, and contract/subcontract management.
• Expertise in Federal and Defense contracting requirements, including ITAR and FAR/DFAR.
• Knowledge of DCMA/DCAA regulations and experience successfully interfacing with these organizations.
MANGSC
Salary Range: $146,800 - $220,200
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
• Category: Global Supply Chain
• Location: Apopka, Florida, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Positions Available: 1
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 Mission Systems' Global Supply Chain organization is excited to offer an opportunity for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 to lead the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization located in Apopka, FL.
The selected individual will be the primary GSC interface for the Apopka site as part of the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability Division and will lead all local GSC personnel in the delivery of the highest levels of program execution. The successful candidate will work as a crucial member of the site leadership team and will report directly to the GSC Director for the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability Division located in Rolling Meadows, IL.
What you get to do:
• The strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a collection of programs
• Briefing the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting program cost and schedule performance. Acting as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain
• Coordinating 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.
• Developing the material strategy and leading the activities for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process (BAP) and will ensure that before program execution, all elements of the proposed program plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies
• Lead supply chain program execution and is accountable for proposal activities, resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
• Mentor, coach, and develop employees while fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Develop and execute supplier management strategies that support cost, schedule, and program needs.
• Forecasting material costs, supply chain risk management, and implementing make/buy strategies.
• Assess and address supply chain disruptions, ensuring minimal impact on program performance.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across direct reports, peers, and senior management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex issues for executive-level briefings.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive team environment.
• Manage large-scale programs with significant material content and supplier engagement responsibilities.
• Interpret and manage complex supplier specifications, drawings, statements of work (SOWs), and supplier issue resolution.
• Develop Supplier Performance Management (SPM) plans, utilizing KPIs to drive quality and delivery improvements.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-tech environment, including engagement with international suppliers and non-traditional supply bases.
The manager supply chain programs is responsible for activities and knowledge within multiple disciplines across the supply chain processes: Supply Chain-Plan, Supply Chain-Source, Supply Chain-Make, Supply Chain-Deliver, as well as Supply Chain-Operations. This manager will exhibit end-to-end supply chain competency and manage supply chain functions (Planning, Sourcing, Small Business/Disadvantaged Programs, Supplier Quality, Warehouse & Transportation, Analytics, Compliance, Systems, etc.). The successful candidate will provide direction to the team to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and be able to influence direct reports, peers, other functions, and all levels of management. In addition, the successful candidate will possess highly effective interpersonal skills to communicate messages throughout the team and summarize content for executive-level briefings.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of related experience or a master's degree with 7+ years in cost account management, supplier financial reporting/forecasting, supplier/program/product scheduling, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams and managing personnel in a supply chain, operations, or business management environment.
• Working knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) concepts and their application in supply chain management.
• Security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to travel up to 20% to support supplier management, strategic initiatives, and program execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
• At least 5 years in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business Management, or a related field within aerospace, defense, or high-tech manufacturing.
• SAP experience in procurement, supply chain analytics, and financial reporting.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), supplier financial forecasting, and contract/subcontract management.
• Expertise in Federal and Defense contracting requirements, including ITAR and FAR/DFAR.
• Knowledge of DCMA/DCAA regulations and experience successfully interfacing with these organizations.
MANGSC
Salary Range: $146,800 - $220,200
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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