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SalaryRequisition ID: R10149653
- Category: Global Supply Chain
- Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
- Shift: Any (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
- Positions Available: 1
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Manager Supply Chain Programs 3based out of Linthicum, MD.
As the Senior Manager of Program Subcontract Management, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing a team of high-performing Program Subcontract Managers. This position requires a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong background in subcontract management, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to drive successful program execution through effective subcontractor relationships.
Responsible and accountable for the strategy, planning, and execution of all material and services content for a Program or collection of Programs. 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 Business Acquisition Process (BAP). 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. 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
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and 9+ years of experience (7+ years with a Masters degree) in Supply Chain/ procurement, program management, operations, and/or engineering.
- 5+ years of experience as a team lead and/or management of people
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Demonstrated success in managing projects to cost, performance, and schedule requirements
- Ability to create and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external customers
- Ability to influence others outside of direct span of control
- Demonstrated success in leading and developing cross functional teams
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors
- Willingness to travel and work co-located at supplier facilities
- US Citizen and an active Secret clearance to start and to be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in major subcontractor management
- Understanding of complex electronic sensor development and production challenges
- Demonstrated understanding of specifications, drawings & supplier statements of work (SOWs)
- Demonstrated experience managing technical specifications, drawings and manufacturing process instructions
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to turn around marginal relationships
- Masters Degree in a Business or Technical field
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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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
