Northrop Grumman is looking for a Supply Chain Programs Manager 2 that will be responsible and accountable for the execution of material and services content for within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. This position reports within Global Supply Chain function.
This position is required to be full-time, on site in Woodland Hills, CA locations. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position.
Essential Functions:
- Coordinates cross-functionally with all of supply chain to ensure that the supply chain commitments are met, and that appropriate mitigation plans are developed and executed to address any programmatic risks related to suppliers.
- Responsible for the risk & issue management, cost account management (CAM) and budget oversight.
- Ensures that prior to program execution, all elements of the proposed program(s) plans have complete and accurate schedules, budgets, and make/buy plans.
- 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.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, 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.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree with 8 years' experience or Master's degree with 6 years experience in the following areas: Program/Project Management, Global Supply Chain (GSC), and/or similar related areas.
- Experience leading a process, project and team.
- Experience with FAR/DFAR Procurement Compliance.
- This position requires an active DOD Secret Clearance, with investigation completed within the last 5 years, as well as ability to obtain a Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Traits to be Successful:
- Ability to think both strategically and develop detailed execution plans
- Ability and desire to perform in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
- Self-driven, highly motivated, and committed to improvement, inter-team communication skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively to Senior Leadership as well as domestic and international government customers.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, or master’s degree with 6 years of experience, in program/project management, global supply chain, or related areas
- Experience leading a process, project, and team
- Experience with FAR/DFAR procurement compliance
- Active DOD Secret clearance with investigation completed within the last five years
- Ability to obtain program special access within a reasonable period
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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