Posted:
2/12/2026, 10:30:23 AM
Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Palmdale, California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Operations & Logistics
Workplace Type:
On-site
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3 to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain organization. This leadership role is located onsite in Palmdale, CA
We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
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.
Position Responsibilities:
Acts as the main focal point for the Program Management Office (PMO) for the entire supply chain and coordinates 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.
Develops the material strategy and leads the activities for GSC in all phases of the program lifecycle
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.
Material cost and schedule management (EAC) using Earned Value Management.
Leads supply chain Program execution and is accountable for resource planning, material cost, forecasting, schedule performance, risk/opportunity management, supplier performance, and supply chain issue resolution.
Briefs the PMO and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance.
Cross functional coordination as it pertains to supplier management, specifically with Operations, Quality Mission Excellence (QME), Procurement, and PMO IPT leads
Material risk management, including identification, and mitigation planning and execution.
Briefs Program and Executive management and Customer on the status and issues affecting Supplier performance and cost.
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree with 7 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals or procurement, OR a Master’s Degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals or procurement OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with 11 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, sustainment, proposals or procurement
Must have a minimum of 5 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
Must have previous experience in Supply Chain
At minimum, an active DoD Secret level clearance is required to apply and to start the role, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Preferred Requirements:
Strong communications skills with the ability to lead, influence, and collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders
Experience with a broad range of supply chain issues, including supplier management, risk management, large and complex proposals, terms and conditions, negotiations, contract types (fixed price and cost type), and post award management
Post-graduate degree in Supply Chain or related field
Demonstrated experience developing and growing teams and shaping a performing culture
Demonstrated success in managing large, complex programs and/or organizations
Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
Headquarter Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1994
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
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