RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Uncleared
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
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 Space Systems - Propulsion Systems, is recruiting for a Sr. Global Supply Chain Program Manager who will be responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, budget, and execution of all material and services content for a portfolio of programs.
Responsibilities:
Leads a team of Material Program Managers that are responsible to the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization and coordinates cross-functionally to ensure that supply chain commitments are met
Oversees Program Managers accountable to meet material budget requirements to support the PMO financial commitments
Accountable for supply chain program execution including material budget, resource planning, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution
Oversees and Develops the material strategy for GSC in all phases of the Business Acquisition Process including leading the material estimating process and establishing and negotiating the budget with the PMO for responsible program portfolio
Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, make/buy plans, and procurement and subcontracts strategies
Ensures mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers or supply chain execution
Oversee briefings to the PMO and executive management on program status and any necessary action plans to address issues affecting program supply chain cost and schedule performance
Leads team to drive initiatives to reduce cost and improve efficiency
Work cohesively with leaders in other disciplines such as engineering, operations, quality, and other personnel to manage material performance and ensure delivery of hardware to support production needs within budget
Acts as the escalation path for the PMO to address issues in program execution related to the supply chain
Expected Requirements / Technical Skills:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience
8+ years' experience in program management, project management, purchasing, or related field
Proven ability to lead, develop, and build a high performing team by providing clear direction, fostering collaboration, and ensuring accountability to objectives
Prior program or project management experience successfully executing budgets and schedules of significant scope and complexity
Ability to work high level strategic initiatives that impact long-term business goals in addition to urgent requirements to support day to day operations
Experience and comfort level working and supporting Earned Value Management requirements
Experience implementing and executing material program plans to meet program objectives
Skilled in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate feedback in a manner that fosters collaboration, trust, and builds positive relationships
Ability to mentor and motivate others to meet complex objectives
Competence to work in an integrated team environment and influence change
Skilled and comfortable communicating and interfacing with high level leadership
Knowledge and experience in government contracting requirements and regulations (e.g. FAR, DFARS, ITAR, etc.)
Skill set to work through others to influence change and drive objectives
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
Preferred Requirements / Technical Skills:
Master of Business Administration
Capability to read technical drawings and documents
Understanding of hardware, material requirements, and critical suppliers for solid rocket motors
Expertise in supporting complex proposals of significant value
High Proficiency working with MRP/ERP systems
Ability to communicate complex technical information internal customers
Experience and understanding FAR/DFARS provisions including the requirements necessary to maintain a government approved contractor approved purchasing system (CPSR)
Ability to communicate complex technical information to internal and external customers
Salary Range: $146,800.00 - $220,200.00
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.
