RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% 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 Mission Systems is seeking a dedicated Manager Supply Chain 2 to join our team serving as the lead critical supplier manager for the Naval and Oceanic Systems (N&OS) Business Unit. The Manager will support multiple Operating Units overseeing critical suppliers and commodities for the programs to ensure on-time delivery of conforming material.  Supplier Management is responsible for leading teams to successful performance of critical suppliers, through implementation of proactive supplier management and Return to Green execution.  We are looking for a team player who is capable of developing solutions by understanding stakeholder needs and supplier risks, tirelessly driving supplier accountability, and effectively communicating status of challenges and opportunities to cross functional program teams.  This position can be worked full time remote (preference is on the east coast) or from Sykesville, MD with an expectation of immediate travel to supplier(s) or NG location(s) as necessary.

Responsibilities:

- Leads and oversees Supplier Management Teams for critical suppliers

- Collaboration with functional organizations to effectively manage and drive improvements that align with internal and external KPI/Metric expectations

- Ensures supplier compliance with all elements of the Purchase Orders

- Evaluating and coordinating the resolution of production problems related to engineering, manufacturing, design, quality and materials

- Conferring with Design, Quality, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing, and Global Supply Chain to provide and obtain technical solutions

- Functions as supplier Change Board interface for all anticipated, proposed, and released changes

- Creates strategic value by understanding business processes and organizational interdependencies, analyzing wastes and championing collaborative affordability and performance improvements

- Leads critical supplier solicitations for proposals, review of proposals, sourcing decisions, and supports supplier negotiations

- Engages management, employees, and suppliers in using continuous improvement behaviors and systems to drive bottom line business results

- Identified improvement projects for the Global Supply Chain and Supplier Performance Management functions as they align to the N&OS business unit strategies and goals

- Training, mentoring and developing small team of professionals in support of the above responsibilities

What We Can Offer You: 

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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, and Paid Time Off. Additional benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development and a 9/80 schedule at many sites. https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/ 

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years’ experience in supply chain/business management/ contracts/ program management, operations and/or closely related experience; OR a Master’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of related experience as discussed above.

• 3+ years of experience as a team lead and/or management of people

• Willingness to travel ~50% to NG Sites or Suppliers primarily on the east coast

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in STEM or relevant industry experience

• Masters Degree in a Business or Technical field

• Experience in Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities

• Experience in major subcontractor management across different contract types

• Experience in proposal and estimation work

Salary Range: $114,100.00 - $179,600.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.