Manager Supply Chain Programs 2

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Supply Chain Programs Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Lake Charles, LA.
Responsibilities:

• Establish Material Operations & Procurement Strategies to be implemented by the OU Global Supply Chain Team
• Identify strategic procurement strategies with subcontractors to include long term pricing agreements, favorable contract negotiations, capacity evaluations, etc.
• Drive overall material health, material schedule, and accurately forecast costs by using statistical planning models to forecast the material demand for the OU.
• Work collaboratively with other functional areas to meet OU commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement, and affordability initiatives within the OU.
• Identify critical material shortages and resolve material related issues due to supply-based problems, inventory errors, or demand changes.
• Manage and communicate material risks and opportunities.
• Ultimately responsible for inventory control and ensuring stock levels are maintained at an appropriate level by coordinating the efficient movement of materials.
• Engage in the generation of proposals including identify material requirements, drafting supplier statements of work, pricing quotes, and estimate rational.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with at least 11 years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years related experience
• Demonstrated success in leading teams or projects with a minimum of 2 years of managing people
• General knowledge of FAR/DFARS and associated Federal Contracting regulations
• Understanding of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations is essential.
• Demonstrated success in continuous process improvement initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and identify trends
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of material, Supply Chain, or programs management experience
• In depth knowledge of material management in a depot or production environment, to include logistics, inventory, and transportation management
• Experience in communication, both written and verbal, with customers and senior management
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in delineated leadership positions
• Advanced Degree and/or Supply Chain industry certification is desirable (from ISM, APICS, etc.)
• Experience with international subcontracting and SAP Procurement & Accounting System is highly desirable
• International procurement & subcontract experience
• Understanding of Obsolescence and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS)
• Experience with all aspects of proposal generation

Salary Range: $119,300.00 - $178,900.00
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.
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 most positions.