Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Manager Supply Chain 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Global Supply Chain team. This leadership role is an onsite, full-time opportunity located in Melbourne, Florida.
We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 and 4/10 work schedules, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, we pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.
- Lead a team of exempt and non-exempt employees, who are responsible for the tracking, receiving, stocking, kitting, issuing, shipping, preservation and issue of parts supporting various production programs to include chemical management.
- Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement, etc.
- Responsible for meeting direct budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and making recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
- As the Global Supply Chain focal point, Develop and Execute the strategy for Global Supply Chain Goods Movement and Logistics operations in support of the program, affordability targets, schedule performance, and first-time quality.
- Leads a team that has the mission statement to support all Production goals and objectives through the accurate tracking, receiving, stocking, kitting, issuing parts, shipping, preservation, chemical management, and issue, with a strong focus on safety and cost efficiency.
- Leads the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Train and guide employees in keeping with all Northrop Grumman Values.
- Will collaborate with various programs on projects related to material receipt, storage, issue, and transportation.
- Lead, coordinate, and collaborate with internal and external customers, including local, state, federal, and international agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in support of Aeronautics Sector programs.
- Directs team activities associated with program transportation, storage, and material handling requirements, including major deliveries (classified and unclassified), and specialty movements as they relate to transportability.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, program management, business management or resource planning OR a Master’s Degree with at least 3 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, program management, business management or resource planning OR High School Diploma/Equivalent with at least 9 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, program management, business management or resource planning
- Must have MRP or ERP system experience
- Must have a minimum of 2 years experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
- At minimum, an active U.S. Government Secret level clearance is required
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the Company to meet its business needs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior Management experience
- PAR Level access
- Experience in Aerospace Supply Chain
- Master’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, or a related field
- Ability to deal effectively with competing priorities and deadlines, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating a professional attitude
- Advanced Knowledge of SAP
- Significant experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience in supply chain management, project management, program management, business management, or resource planning
- Master’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or high school diploma/equivalent with at least 9 years of relevant experience
- MRP or ERP system experience
- At least 2 years of experience leading a team, process, and/or projects
- Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access
- Prior management experience
- PAR Level access
- Aerospace supply chain experience
- Master’s degree in business administration, supply chain, or a related field
- Ability to manage competing priorities, deadlines, and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Advanced knowledge of SAP
- Experience conducting oral presentations to senior leadership
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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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