Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Programs. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will lead the day-to-day supply chain execution of the Command Systems (CS) Business Unit for the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division (SDS) and Segment for the Sentinel program. This position reports directly to the senior Director of Supply Chain Programs for Sentinel.
What You’ll Get To Do:
- Develops the acquisition/sourcing strategies 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 Program Management Office (PMO) and executive management on the status and issues affecting Program cost and schedule performance;
- Participates in negotiations;
- Conducts program reviews with the suppliers, subcontractors and program office;
- Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor; and
- Working with the Supplier Management Team (SMT) ensures subcontractors have established milestone objectives and that they meet schedules, contractual specifications and all compliance requirements
- Ensures subcontractor performs within the established program cost, schedule, and quality
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Relocation may be offered.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years’ experience (or 8 years with a Masters) in defense or aerospace systems and/or management in development or production projects.
- Experience managing people
- Subcontracting experience including working knowledge of basic construction terms and industry practices.
- Advanced knowledge of supply chain management techniques, practices or theories gained through wide seasoning and/or special development. Typically, a broad functional knowledge.
- Experience in leading managers and/or professionals to achieve projects cost, performance, and schedule requirements.
- Experience creating and maintaining trusted relationships with internal and external customers.
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance
These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering and/or technical discipline
- Demonstrated experience in supply chain management on a major program.
- Master’s Degree in a Business or Technical field.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors.
- Demonstrated experience in interfacing seamlessly with functional teams, customers and major subcontractors in an IPT structure
- Program Management experience with earned value management system (EVMS) program.
- Experience with Firm Fixed Price and Cost Type Construction contracts and subcontracts using design-build and a design-bid-build execution strategy
- Strong analytical skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years' experience (or 8 years with a Masters) in defense or aerospace systems and/or management in development or production projects
- Experience managing people
- Subcontracting experience including working knowledge of basic construction terms and industry practices
- Advanced knowledge of supply chain management techniques, practices or theories
- Experience leading managers and/or professionals to achieve project cost, performance, and schedule requirements
- Experience creating and maintaining trusted relationships with internal and external customers
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering and/or technical discipline
- Demonstrated experience in supply chain management on a major program
- Master's Degree in a Business or Technical field
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Experience interfacing with functional teams, customers and major subcontractors in an IPT structure
- Program Management experience with earned value management system (EVMS)
- Experience with Firm Fixed Price and Cost Type Construction contracts and subcontracts using design-build and design-bid-build execution strategies
- Strong analytical skills
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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