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Northrop Grumman · 3 weeks ago

Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 - R10217390

Apopka, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$151K/yr - $227K/yr

8+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense company offering an opportunity for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3. The role involves leading the Global Supply Chain organization at the Apopka site, managing program execution, and ensuring effective supplier management strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Demonstrate a 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

Work with our quality team to 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

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementCost Account ManagementSupplier ManagementMaterial Requirements PlanningSAPEarned Value ManagementRisk ManagementTeam DevelopmentLeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years in cost account management, supplier financial reporting/forecasting, supplier/program/product scheduling, or a closely related field in supply chain or a master's degree with a minimum of 6 years in cost account management, supplier financial reporting/forecasting, supplier/program/product scheduling, or a closely related field in supply chain

Minimum of 5 years of experience leading teams and managing personnel in a supply chain, operations, or business management environment

Experience with 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

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

Experience with DCMA/DCAA regulations and experience successfully interfacing with these organizations