RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

What you'll get to do:

- Develops supply chain strategy and leads activities for GSC in all phases of the Northrop Grumman Business Acquisition Process (BAP), working with program and other cross-functional team members from requirements establishment through final material deliveries

- Manages the GSC scope for multifaceted program(s), proposal through close-out; coordinates interdepartmental activity, facilitates internal/external team communication, coordinates with Suppliers, and integrates efforts across all GSC functions

- Coordinates cross-functionally (with all program functions) to ensure supply chain commitments are established, accomplished and that appropriate integrated mitigation or opportunity plans are developed and executed

- Leads supply chain execution and is accountable for horizontal and vertical integration, resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity and issue management, supplier performance, and issue resolution

- Aligns project scope and deliverables with customer requirements and works closely with the technical community

- Demonstrates problem solving skills in supply chain, business management, operations, logistics, engineering, or program management

- Regularly briefs the GSC Program Management team and program leadership on GSC activity status and issues affecting program performance:  Cost, risks and opportunities, and schedule

- Will be involved in special projects and continuous improvement activities

- Mentor other team members on procedural best practices with an eye for maximum cost/schedule/performance efficiencies

 

Basic Qualifications: 

- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 8 years of experience, or Master’s Degree with at least 6 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Program/Project Management, Engineering, Business Management, or a related field

- Direct experience working in Supply Chain / Logistics

- Experience with SAP or similar Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system(s)

- Experience in working with or in the areas of supplier financial reporting/forecasting, contracting/subcontracting, or supplier/program/product scheduling

- Experience with or in-depth knowledge of Federal and Defense Contracting requirements including FAR/DFARS/ITAR

- US Citizenship

- Ability to obtain a secret clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

- Active Secret or Top-Secret Security Clearance

- Master’s Degree

- Significant experience with SAP or similar Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system(s)

- Highly proficient level of experience with Excel and ability to demonstrate strong analytical skills

- Experience in Earned Value Management methodology and subject matter

- Control Account Manager (CAM) certification

- Demonstrated success/experience in supply chain, business management, operations, logistics, engineering or program management

- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management across multiple levels of an organization

- Experience working with multiple complex contracting types and agreements including FFP, CR and CPFF type contracts, while also having an understanding for special payment provisions (progress/performance-based payments)

- Previous proposal generation/evaluation experience

- Experience influencing team members, interact with peers and all levels of management in the organization

What We Can Offer You –
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

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.